Another path to consider is to sell them under a 1031 exchange and trade into higher-value real estate.

(Super difficult to do a 1031, but not impossible).

Here are some quick tips to get more bookings:Make your title and description more fishing-focusedImprove your photos with better lighting or a pro photographerCheck prices of similar listings to stay competitiveOffer discounts for first guests in exchange for reviewsUse Airbnb's features like minimum stay and extra amenitiesHope that helps!

Then, possibly you can outsource some responsibilities to a lead tenant in exchange for discounted rent?

They basically stole $5000 from me in exchange for 5 "leads".

Yes, you either need to find someone who knows how to do title searches and maybe will do them on the side for lower $$ in exchange for the volume of them you'll bring OR learn to DIY them, but need to be darn sure you're DIY'ing your searches just right!!

In this section, I want to emphasize the benefits of seller carry financing, share success stories where it enhanced the deal, and highlight the tax advantages of utilizing a 1031 exchange.Seller carry financing is a powerful tool that allows investors to purchase properties with flexible terms and minimal upfront capital.

In that sale, the sellers were elderly, sick, uncollectible, and a hefty upfront payment in exchange for a sub 2 would have actually benefited them more than an outright sale (long story).

If you boost leverage to 75% the cash in your pocket is even greater and the returns get boosted again.Now go forward in time a few years and you can do a few things you can never do with a stock:If the property has appreciated, take out another loan and put more money in your pocket.Or, you could sell the property you can use 1031 exchange to buy a much bigger property, reset the depreciation clock and pay no income taxes at that time. 

Unfortunately, I now live in Japan and it seems like selling the HI property will attract Japan capital gains tax, regardless of US 1031 exchange rules.