I'm reading and listening to podcasts every day.

Now, Ive read multiple books, and listen to podcast almost everyday but I still does not think that comes close to being able to sit down one on one with a seasoned real estate professional to talk to them about the process. 

Because, again, I think it is based on the exact same data we digest on a daily or weekly basis. 

@Camie Jelinek Most people use the cash basis.

If they are all reasonably qualified, I would go with whoever made the best impression since you will be dealing with them on a monthly basis, hopefully for years.

There are plenty of quality tenants that I lease to everyday plus the rents in low income areas are really good because of sec8 help!

When you execute a 1031, the deferred CG and depreciation recapture gets rolled into the tax basis of the new prop.

We use our money as leverage to manage and shift risk so that we create double digit returns on an annual basis. 

People that try try to negotiate on the basis of providing less paperwork are historically not a good use of time (it's also not a good use of their time, as they aren't truly emotionally ready to get a mortgage), so everyone's sending me tax returns, period, and I'll submit (or not) as/if needed.

If you a passionate about reaching your goals you should have no problem getting that done in  30 days and you will have a killer basis for not losing your shirt on your first deal.