U have two basic kinds of land wholesales when starting out..

So this is a very common business practice across multiple professions associated with the construction. 

Quote from @Dave Foster: I'm only vested in getting free coffee from you @Michael Plaks.Coffee is not a like-kind property, not included  ;) 

It takes all kinds!

If you are able to purchase as a "tenant in common" then that would work for a 1031. 

The illegal part is kind of a big deal playa.

Kind of a sad practice, preying on the small business owner...

Its those kind of brokerages that work with investors developers builders etc etc.

It seems to me, with these laws, that property managers / land lords, will be less likely to give anyone a break or show a kindness. 

I agree with Michael Baum: read all the suggestions here: great info.The general theme is, whether it's your cleaner, your handyman or a responsible neighbor, you need willing and able "boots on the ground", eyes on the property and someone local with both common sense and authority to act on your behalf and/or your instructions.My 2 cents,Mike