Hi @Khaled El DorryBundling multiple properties for a 1031 exchange can absolutely streamline your path to bigger deals, and it sounds like you’re in a prime spot to make the jump.

Johnson City could be a great spot for STRs, especially if you focus on hospital staff rotations, visiting professors, or traveling professionals, which would balance out any seasonal dips in tourism.For STRs, consider targeting weekend travelers exploring the Appalachian Trail, Boone Lake, or local festivals.

It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.5.

Let me dive into a few things that might help.On Meeting Active StatusYou’re spot on about the 500-hour rule or the 100-hour rule with material participation.

Neither path was completely hands-off, but the returns turned out higher than we initially expected (despite all the lumps and bumps along the way).As for Lakeland, I think @Andrew Haley's observations about mobile homes are spot on.

As long as you stay invested and let your hard earned capital continue to grow, you can pick your spots when a real estate opportunity offers outsized returns comparatively to other investments. 

Lesson learned.You’re also spot on about the equity.

I’ve been in a similar spot, and you’re absolutely right—sometimes the quickest, most cost-effective route is the one that feels counterintuitive at first.

.: Quote from @Travis Biziorek: Hey Greg,With $750k to work with, you're in a great spot to make a serious move towards financial freedom through real estate.

Planted or are planting 25 acres more in total at 3 spots.