If there was no appreciation, there is no need to do a 1031 exchange.I have never been a fan of condo's as you lose some control over the investment - You have no control over the monthly maintenance fees, you may not have control over who is on the board, you have no control over special assessments.I wish the investments turn out well for you!

It means instead of having one or a few things that you have NO control of what so ever, you now have several things you have NO control of what so ever.

It's a shared house so they have no renter's rights giving the owner huge leverage and control. 

In the Parlor floor we added a large-ish kitchen with electric oven and cooktop that goes to the sub-panel that belongs to the Parlor floor, making it a nice 800ft 1 bedroom apt, with access to a shared backyard.   

First, what does your lease say about pest/rodent control? 

I also like contractors that have packets that allow you to pick out the stuff that you want to use for that project, which reduces the quality control process..

Control and Flexibility: With an SDIRA, you're not limited to stocks, bonds, or mutual funds.

I predict that the substantial home price cost savings and greater control they enable the buyer to have will make them grow in popularity.

You have no control over this.

This means you can sell, lease, or pass on the property as you see fit, just like any other property owner.Full Ownership RightsYou have the same rights as a Mexican property owner, including the ability to sell, lease, transfer, or mortgage the propertyLegal SecurityThe Bank Trust is a well-established legal mechanism in Mexico, ensuring your investment is secure and protected under Mexican law.Renewable TermsThe trust is set up for 50 years and can be renewed indefinitely, allowing you and future generations to maintain control over the property.Estate PlanningThe trust makes it easier to pass the property on to heirs, simplifying the inheritance process and reducing potential legal complications.Although the process might initially seem complex, it is entirely managed and supervised by a reputable banking entity.