If all things are equal consider who responds most timely and do so with a professional tone, text, and/or email? 

Keep in mind, though, if you just sell outright, you could be looking at capital gains and depreciation recapture, so it’s worth crunching the numbers with a proper tax professional (I’m not one, by the way).What do you think the rest of the community has seen happen to property values since last year, and do you believe it changes the 1031 conversation?

@Chris May and @Eric Jones have been professional and kind trying to explain this to you.  

@Paola Astrid Find the local NARPM (national association of residential property managers) chapter's website and you'll find a list of each professional PM. 

The more professional you stay, the better. 

A professional trustee such as Exeter Trust Company is the way to go if you want it done right, imo. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

HI ReetiI would 100% recommend contacting local professionals in your chosen markets. 

I’ve been researching local professionals and would welcome any advice on how to vet and connect with reliable team members, particularly in a high-cost area like the Bay Area.As for hard money, I haven’t explored it in depth yet, but I’m open to the idea for the right deal.

Quote from @Josh Holley: I will also never purchase another property from you again after this interaction and your lack of professionalism.