If they pay out my equity at lease signing, can I 1031 exchange those funds into a new property even though I technically still own the building and will for a while?

Since I am familiar with stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) already, I thought why not give it a shot and see what is in for me in this industry?

You are better off exchanging into an SFR, multifamily or DST investment depending on how much you have to invest. 

What I see is there are many people from abroad who just want to park money here vs their home country due to inflation or some other reason who are willing to take minimal returns in exchange for principal safety. 

Can a HYSA work the same as doing 1032 Exchange?

They might have been less interested in exchanging their 8% home mortgage to a new one at 4%, but these days they may be much more interested in exchanging the 3% or sub 3% to one that is 7% and maybe earning another origination and underwriting fee.

How can I help you achieve your goals in exchange for you helping me?)

I also plan to either keep it and have the next owner rent from us or do a 1031 exchange, so time will tell!

Hey Edward, can I ask you a question about 1031 exchange, vesting title, etc...

I have purchased 3 properties through them during a 1031 exchange.