The rent is coming in but he is always a few days late and avoiding all calls and messages.

I would avoid states with high insurance rates.

At this time we would like to sale, however I’m wondering if we would still be eligible to avoid paying capital gains tax.  

I would recommend doing it after the fact to avoid complicating the 1031.

:) PS: I am still in the works of building capital so I do have some time, however I would really like to get the LLC constructed to start that credit build, as I am going to be closing on a multifamily with my VA loan and am trying to avoid freezing all my possible credit.

I have researched only online, I'm trying to avoid taking classes right now, I'm just wanting to get started as soon and as cheep as possible.

What common mistakes should we avoid?

Make sure whoever you choose has redundancy built in to avoid leaving you stranded with a dirty unit, broken faucet etc right before guests are scheduled to check in. 

Stay neutral, 3 beds/2 baths, less yardwork, I avoid pools to rent out afterwards.If you don't necessarily care if it's a mil family...throw all that out the window. lol.  

That conversation was four weeks ago, and they have been avoiding me ever since.