@Dave Foster   @bill ExeterMy view is without violating any irs rules your best option may be to live in the property 2 years and use the exemption.  

I'm not making a 100% emotional decision, but it is a factor.

I don't know that @Dave Foster earlier mention worked...I'll let him chime in as the expert, but you can 1031 for less it just results in 'boot' which is taxable.

Most only see problems, ever so few see the opportunities and remove emotions to follow the math.  

I would love to connect with someone who maybe feeling the same way or maybe someone who understand this feeling and would give any advice on overcoming this emotion.

No emotions just business.

Motivation is an emotional thing.

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