The client I have has done several deals with me here in Vegas and i want to make sure he is represented properly in Utah.Thank you in advance for your help with this!

Thinking about the asset class properly is a huge step in the right direction.

The short answer to your questions are yes and yes.A properly structured 1031 exchange will let you exchange one rental property for several rental properties.  

Look at efficient plumbing runs by keeping bathrooms and kitchens oriented properly (back to back or above/below).

Craigslist is good because it shows current rate.Something important to ask is whether they have all the leases/rental agreement properly documented for all their tenants.  

You might want to review all his properties.Seeing as I am trying to learn how to evaluate properly commercial properties and learn how to find the right one that fits my risk profile, goals, and ambitions, I'll continue to use a broker.  

If you screen properly, you find you don't have the high quality tenants looking to rent in these areas.

I already have an investor and really need to hone my knowledge and get a deal pipeline going and find the proper advertising and marketing to find buyers.

I would redo the tub surround with tile but make sure when you tear out the walls put the walls back using HardieBacker wall material and use proper wall tile adhesive.

How do you properly execute the contract without having proof of funds apparent to the seller?