The company I use has patched the issue since then, but security is ongoing, of course.

Eric Spofford's company tried to buy a property from me with an LLC that was shut down by the state months earlier.

Investors should therefore exercise significant care when choosing their Qualified Intermediary because of the critical role the company will play in the administration of their 1031 Exchange transaction.It is extremely important to note that 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediaries are generally not required to be licensed, regulated, audited or otherwise monitored by any regulatory body.

Mentorship starts with relationships, not strangers on the interwebs.Coach Carson is a very reliable resource for building a small, powerful portfolio. 

Sometimes, just knowing the rigth people...whether that’s sharp-minded agents who see a gem before it’s polished or a reliable contractor who’s not going to vanish mid-renovation...can make all the difference.If I had to do it all over again with $80K in my pocket, I’d jump on that first multifamily, rent it out, and let the tenants’ checks pay off the mortgage month after month.

I called the water company.

Quote from @Lolo Druff: I've heard horror stories about awful property management companies and am looking for a REFERRAL for a trusted source from an investor.

Has anyone here used a turnkey company like Maverick and what was your experience?

Brad.I'd just search on google "Pinetta property management".Call around to these companies, ask them a few basic questions until you find the right fit. 

Even if it takes longer to pay off, having a steady, reliable tenant might actually be less stressful than managing an STR.FYI - consider starting with a regular rental but structuring it as a 6-12 month lease.