Quote from @Joseph Chiofalo: Hi Kathryn, Thanks for sharing this info-  I believe we can be a solution for you and your clients. 

My two cents of thought is this: if finding properties is so difficult, you have to get on the other side of the problem and profit from being part of the solution.

I created the following decision tree to simplify the process.Ultimately, the decision to use a 1031 exchange or refinance and take out equity depends on your individual circumstances and investment goals.

Bigger Pockets has given me an eternity worth of answers and solutions supported by rookies and multi-millionaires that are rooting for everyone's success!

If that is the case, you absolutely do not own the property, you can't trespass and you definitely can't cut trees down!  

.- overall "damage" is very minor as it will involve cleaning up after her, taking out her trash, and carpet cleaning throughout ($200) to get cat puke out of carpet- odd note was that she has a huge real Christmas tree which she left....who buys a Christmas tree if they intend to leave - confirmed via talking to her mother (emergency contact on my pet agreement) that she has moved to a new rental property- I have not filed the 3 days quit or cute as I'm concerned that the terminology indicates (perhaps I'm reading to far into it)that if she leaves the lease will be terminated.

Has anyone faced a similar situation and found a solution?

It could be a mess in the beginning , but like anything else , things will shake out and someone will come up with a better solution . 

- Everyone: What solutions do you see to make housing more affordable?

The only time I ever deal in paper is when I close and my mobile notary comes to have me put ink on trees.