Haven't done it myself, but I imagine one would need to identify a few properties before initiating the 1031 process, if possible.Well, on this end, am massaging a number of techniques - many mentioned here on BP and other sources.  

We are from the area and have seen the major improvements and enhancements that enable both STR and LTR rental success. 

Carvana doesn't really invent anything, in fact it's actually backward because you can't test drive the car prior to purchase, free 7 day trial is not testing the car, you are already in pressure not to return the car.In real estate invention, what works and what doesn't work :- all these digital signatories is enhancing the speed of business, YES  - having discount brokerage seems like a good idea as most people is shopping via real estate website anyway- real estate website with all those statistics.what doesn't work:- replacing Property management with a piece of software, does not work and will not work - expecting regular Joe to operate Hotel-like business/STR in the middle of the city simply doesn't work - replacing traditional Due Diligence with a piece of software, would not work.- expecting the city not to regulate STR, is beyond comprehension (this is like the most common thread in BP which I found very bizarre). - RE companies like the compass that's introducing weird tech inventions when selling homes; their investment making RE seems like a tech is so weird and huge mistake I guess. 

Maybe a brain massage is better than picking?

As a new investor undertaking my first BRRRR project, I'm seeking advice on raising the appraisal value of a property without overspending on improvements that only enhance perceived value. 

Redfin agent arrived on time, nice clean car, dressed professionally, and I was immediately impressed with her understanding of the shifting market, the recent sales nearby, and she made a few suggestions to enhance the curb appeal and interior, which I completely agreed when she pointed them out.

The goal was to make it a turn-key vacation rental without the need to return in the future to enhance or fix it.

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Maybe you are referring to what I call "making it developer ready", in that case there can be some unknowns and it can take a while to get though the upgrades and enhancements for the planning department, utilities, roads, etc... 

It is easier for me to buy and sell properties in California than someone in California, although I can do little to enhance curb appeal.