I’m here to network with as many investors as possible—whether you’re already using creative financing or just curious to learn more.

I would possibly look into some other options in the regions.Good luck!

In that case, Carlsbad is buzzing with possibilities thanks to California's evolving zoning laws.

Low cost, possibly yes, but also possibly very time consuming and that has a cost.  

If the LLC is wholly owned by you or your spouse, but not both, then you still get to report this possible 1031 exchange on a single joint tax return.

My current line of thinking: Is it possible to just "transfer" the properties to LLCs owned by the individual investors and not consider it a sale? 

I’ll try to give as much helpful advice as possible. 

It's a breach of the broker's fiduciary duty to his client (the seller) to bring in as many qualified buyers as possible in order to get the best price possible.Private agreements by the NAR will be no defense unless in the listing agreement between seller and broker.

We are hoping when gather a good team we can explore other possibilities.

Quote from @David Cooper: Quote from @Lauren Sanford: Quote from @Jim Rice: Lauren, really just trying to put together a group that would what to meet up if possible and share education, information & build relationships.