Interestingly, while 1031 is a federal statute, it is the state that determines whether a property is real property or personal property.  

Nice to see you here.I'm sure that the skillset you bring to the table, along with "product" will make you a popular addition to the site.Enjpy,John Rogers

There may be state laws that go beyond the protection offered by FHA.To add on in the present case; there isn't *currently* a federal law that prohibits such practices by Landlords, but there are *proposed* federal laws that would do so.

The OP also said he left money on the table when he sold the paper for a 50k profiLets just use the popular 70% rule really quickly.

thats most important. you know where you don't want to be, now you need to know how you got there. and, quit doing whatever got you there. federal law states that all 3 credit reporting agencies have to give you one free credit report per year. federal law also states that if you dispute anything on that credit report to the agency, they are required to investigate, and remove anything that is either proven to be false or not answered back to them within 30 days. here is what you do. go to www.annualcreditreport.com and request a copy of your report from all 3 credit agencies. 

It all depends on what is popular in your area.  

Lenders:The leading lenders who offer such non-recourse loans at the national level include:First Western Federal Savings Bankwww.myiralender.comNorth American Savings Bankwww.iralending.comYou may be able to find a local or regional bank willing to lend on a non-recourse basis.

Consult your accountant.In which ever state your entity does business it must be registered in that state and will be governed by the laws of that state first, not the state where it was first registered.At the Federal level, however, there may be some benefits.

From what I've read rehabbing is pretty popular in your area.

@Hubert Kim is 100% WRONG.Fair Housing is a FEDERAL law that applies in every state, period.FEDERAL LAW says you cannot charge an application fee, pet deposit, or pet rent for an emotional support animal.