I'm a GC so I understand her predicament and realize maintaining relationships is critical.

The DST gives you this option, while 1031 does not.2) Direct up to 80% of the funds to an LLC and partner with the trust for a business purpose such as purchasing investment real estate, loan business, buy into a business or develop investment RE at your own timing (all capital gains tax deferred, without having to follow any timing guidelines.)3) The DST can save a failed 1031 exchange.

A client of mine recently invested there and raves aboutt the ease of finding solid contractors who stick to the budget.One piece of advice: before jumping into any market, spend time understanding the local economy, demand drivers (like job growth and population trends), and the landloard laws.

I understand that not everyone wants to do that, though.

You are solely focused on the net income but have to understand the expense implications.  

.- Stay Consistent and Follow UpWholesaling is all about persistence.

But we also seek to understand and collaborate.

If SF can be turned around, I think it could make a lot of sense if you understand the intricacies and can put up with the tenant/landlord law for the long term.  

I didn't understand why I could not get my money out of a free and clear asset. 

Real estate is a long term game once you understand that it gets easier my friend .