More speculation in that space and volatility due to the amount of leverage available to purchase in that market. 

Factor in possibly future volatility of flood rates.

Volatility of SFR vs MF etc. 

I feel it is a safer investment going into this volatile market.

Real estate provides better returns without as much volatility.

Equity is a lot more volatile than cashflow.  

I'm in a much better position now, I am hoping to set myself up for success this go around given my timeline to make it happen and especially given the current volatility of the housing market. 

I recognize a year is pretty outdated data in such a volatile market, but it was still pretty rough then, too. 

My perspective is, sell the properties but I would not put the entire amount into stocks, they are too volatile.

You have some big iffs and upfront exposure though and the number of guys who think they have investment grade property in an investment grade location worthy of investment grade cap rates is significant.It is one thing for small guys using leverage with limited reserves to try and make things work at that rate and an entirely different thing for people who are looking to find a place for 1.5 Million--stock market volatile, stars pushing crypto, still no yield on savings or bonds to speak of...4.5% represents a pretty good safety net and even half that is still outperforming the 10y T note.