Rates are pretty high (12-15% with an additional 5% of the loan paid at maturity).

In Tampa area I am well connected as a PM and broker and have a lot of off market in addition to MLS. 

In addition, 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediaries are generally not required to be bonded, insured or maintain any other form of minimum equity capitalization.

An addition of soil, a swale, or a French drain may be necessary.● Part of the patio on the east side of the garage has a negative slope.

Additionally, considering the time value of money is crucial, as deferred gains and tax efficiencies may improve long-term returns despite upfront losses being largely on paper.

LLCs require additional filing fees and tax returns and just complicate things.

The best advice on this topic, in my opinion, comes from 2 books:How to win friends and influence peopleNever eat aloneI am also looking for brokerages to work with or even experienced shadow / intern for to gain experience and additional knowledge.

In addition, there are also different rules with regards to Timeline as well as identification that you need to follow if you want 1031 to be possible for you as an investor.

i would use steel wool in any holes then caulk over that so they will not want to eat that.

I charge a $150 pet fee, of which $30 goes to my cleaner for the additional cleaning.