And you've started at a great place here in these forums.From the 1031 perspective, however, there isn't any difference at all. 

Alrighty, lots of info coming, once I start I can't be stopped!

Depending on how far these tenants are lagging market rates for their similar size and condition of unit, you can be a touch more aggressive, but likely want to keep your rates $50+ below competition, so even if they are pissed they will start shopping around and realize they will still have to pay more and incur moving costs, if they choose to leave.

I just started to look at HELOC's, and don't think it'll be worth it to refinance because my low interest rate.

What tips have you guys been using as starters to start with peace of mind on your asset protection journey?

I wanted to start off with working on a property with only minor repairs and cosmetics.

Thank you It does not matter where you start as long as you develop your Core 4.

Check out different lenders, compare their rates and terms, and read reviews to make sure that you’re working with a reputable company.

We really stretched ourselves thin. we did not perform our own inspections because we were busy raising finances .. and our agent insisted we use the same company who did the initial inspections to “get a report in our name” .. we went for visual inspection with our agent and found the master bathtub was  upside down — they said there was a chip and seller was fixing the tub.

I recently heard from a colleague that you can choose the Appraisal Management Company (AMC) used to obtain a mortgage from a bank.