I recommend you never sell a property unless you have a firm plan to invest the money in something that produces a better return or moves you closer to your goals.

We aren't Jeff Bezos or Steve Jobs here, it's a storage facility: Impersonate, then iterate, then innovate.

RE is unlikely to produce similar return to that great decade for RE investors.  

One day you’ll tap into the equity and use it to purchase more income producing assets.

When I get to PA taxes, I see the deferred gain in Schedule D of PA-40 which is recognizable and producing a tax liability.

Research the market to find favorable conditions, such as job growth, population expansion, and affordability.Assess your financial status and consider different financing options such as conventional mortgages, private lenders, hard money loans, and innovative financing approaches.

If you're open to out-of-state investing and looking for an inexpensive market that produces strong cash flow, I recommend checking out Cleveland, OH. 

SCENARIO: You quit your W-2, but you have $100,000 in cash and five single-family homes that produce $75,000 in cash flow and have $400,000 in equity. 

Innovations in construction technologies are also enabling faster, more cost-effective building processes, opening up new investment avenues in developing areas.The Enduring Value of Real Estate InvestmentReal estate remains a preferred choice for investors seeking long-term value.

I live in the bay area and bought in Nov 2011.