This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.Welcome aboard and best of luck investing!

Is this the case for all states?

Welcome, best of luck on your journey. this is a great platform to be in

We're exploring creative ways to provide him with the cash needed for the down payment while avoiding triggering a taxable event.One strategy we're considering is purchasing his future primary residence ourselves, making the mortgage payments, and then, once we've built enough equity—comparable to the appraised value of his rental properties—transferring the title to him as a form of exchange.What are your thoughts on this approach?

@Eric Helena, There is no statutory prohibition against purchasing from a related party to complete a 1031 exchange. 

Hello everyone,I just closed on a house and am exploring the possibility of turning it into a mid-term rental.

What are qualifying tips that we should be aware of? 

So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

This will set up your buy and hold business long term. 

My number 1 tip would be to go off market and find owner that wants to sell at a discount / prefers speed and convenience.