So if you never take title to investment property you have nothing to do a 1031 with.The second issue would be if you did exercise you option and take title what was your intent in taking title? 

We are interested in taking the leap and investing out of state.

I have camera footage showing them dumping trash in my back yard over my fence, i have reported the matter to baltimore 311 but they are absolutely the worst in taking any action.

Couldnt see the sense in taking extra taxes to make $600 a month.Am I crazy?

Way to go in taking those first steps and getting the REI train moving. 

First, congrats on "finding" the world of real estate investing at such an early age and begin interested in taking actions. 

The fees vary based upon staffing requirements, and what is involved in taking care of the facility.Self storage fees are typically on site staff (if required), call center (if no on site staff), AR/AP management etc, and marketing fees. 

Please let me know if you would be interested in taking me on as a client.

I am interested in taking those steps .

But, your guys reaction to that stress/pressure is what will dictate the results you get out of the hard work you are putting in. Take