As that will at least help folks that you reach out to know that you are a real person, with a picture and professional bio.

Normally, anything at a bar and for real estate investors is a good networking venue (also drinks can be tax write-offs).

How much tax prep does a bookkeeper do? 

Getting good contractors Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I’m an engineer that makes a little bit over 100k before taxes and my credit score is 688.

Is there anyway to avoid the normal taxes involved?

This sector caters to a wide array of tenants, including traveling professionals, students, and individuals in transition, offering them the flexibility and comfort of a home away from home.

If I sell it outright for cash, does it invalidate the entire 1031 exchange or do I just pay tax on the 25%? 

This puts us somewhere between 18-27mo pending sale.Land Acquisition: 1M + 50K in closing costsHard Costs:Demo: 50KConstruction + Architectural Plans (survey, topography, permitting included) = 1.6M + 80KPool: 100KSoft Costs:Appliance package: 50KFurnishings: 75KLandscaping: 20KAnnual Carrying Costs (utilities/property tax/maintenance): 45KTOTAL: 3,025,000.00 After speaking with two lenders, it seems the best course of action would be to put 20% down on land for 12mo/interest only.

Landlord friendly, some of the lowest property taxes in the nation and positive job and population growth.