It's low risk and tax free on the gain.

@Renee R. just a heads up that there can be significant tax implications to hiring a property manager vs. self-manage.

A subsequent cash-out refinance of the replacement property (e.g., $250K on a $1M property with a $500K loan) is treated as a loan and generally has no tax implications related to the 1031 exchange.

Not only will you lose your property tax exemption, but you may need to secure LTR tenants.

I'm a new real estate investor looking to connect with experienced investors, real estate professionals, and other like-minded individuals in the Woodbridge, VA, Baltimore, MD, Hyattsville, MD, or College Park, MD areas.I'm eager to learn from those with more experience and build relationships within the local real estate community.

I guess I need to figure out a professional way on how to market to them.

No need for tax returns, Verification of Employment, or income.

You should always look for Tax-Deferred and Tax-free methods to Invest.

Along with the new tax cuts! 

Expenses: What are the operating expenses, including taxes, insurance, maintenance, and reserves?