A short sale would be a more suitable option for you as the buyer.Without knowing all the numbers this sounds like a simple deal.

I'll let you know if I decide to visit or move to Portland.

As part of the land purchase, I feel it would be best to present all of the revenue generation options upfront for each property before starting geological, environmental, and civil surveys.I would appreciate any insight on creating value post-purchase, identifying suitable revenue options, forecasting, estimation of potential returns during development, key team members to add (engineers, surveyors, etc.), and deal structuring (I am raising funds for the purchase so insight into owner-financing options, etc. would be great).Thanks for replying,Ryan

IF it doesnt get picked up on BP, let me suggest this.Advertise it in both Cleveland and Cincinnatti (bigger towns near you) on CL, as a vacation or resort land suitable for building your dream cabin. 

If you're struggling finding suitable real estate to put your 1031 into though you may think about purchasing some oil mineral or gas interests.  

@Adolfo CuellarMost real estate agents/brokers are not suitable for an investor.

I know very little about what options I might have in that regard, or who would be a good person to deal with in order to find a suitable property/situation for an exchange.                                         

The zoo & airport are indicators that the community is drawing in visitors & residents from outside the area.  

You are the best person to determine the kind of mentor and training program that is suitable for you.  

Interestingly enough, the entrance and exits are suitable enough to accommodate both sets of tenants.