I’m a broker/owner of both a general brokerage firm and property management firm.My advice is to find an agent that is thoroughly invested in you, as a client and as a person, and understands your goals.

Tell them if they feel the rental is unsafe, they should terminate and find something else.

"Staying' in the home or 'moving in'You can't 1031 into a personal residence.

That is the issue, I did not feel that I was provided enough specific details, so that is why I was reaching out on this forum to see if anyone has had any direct investor experience with them or any other operator who has deals that are not working out as planned so that perhaps we can learn from whatever mistakes may have been made. 

Hey @Kyle Kline, these are all great questions to ask and ultimately it will be personal preference. 

Personally If these rules keep investors out or financial trouble, I think they are very worthwhile.

This type of loan is popular as it does not require any personal income.

Feel free to reach out. 

I have not done this personally but I do have several clients who are in year 1 or 2 of utilizing this strategy. 

I personally have lived in both..