To continue, there will be demand for real estate brokers/agents for the foreseeable future.

You can always sign a contract to buy the remaining properties anytime with a closing date scheduled for the future (not sure why he would want to do that though since we don't know what will happen appreciation-wise).

Also, flood maps are great for prelim, GIS mapping, and FLUM (Future Land Use MAp) are a must look at.

We would be open to small multi family in the future.

Hey Jacob,Congrats on building equity in both properties—it sounds like you're in a great position to leverage your assets for future investments!

Looking into going pro and want to make the best out of the opportunity and resources BP has to offer, and most important closing my next deal In the near future.

Renting and eating the loss is a gamble on future rent increases, but the market and high costs might not make it worth the stress.

I think a 1031 exchange wouldn't be a bad idea if you're not making much on the property, and are worried about big repairs coming up in the near future. 

Rent exchanged for work is usually a slippery slope in the future.  

In your case, the agent also wants to lock you into a future sale, but that doesn't incentivize her to place a good tenant.