You'll defer all tax.For the 1031 you will use all of your regular professionals in their normal capacity. 

They deal with other clients than you, and would benefit from keeping the business consulting income if you buy it versus going to someone else with a different professional advisor setup. 

My opinion on this subject is admittedly biased, as I started investing without anyone’s help (not counting the buyer’s agent,) and am professionally suspicious of real estate gurus selling “education,” to begin with.

As that will at least help folks that you reach out to know that you are a real person, with a picture and professional bio.

As that will at least help folks that you reach out to know that you are a real person, with a picture and professional bio.

But I agree with @Joshua Christensen, you should have this papered up professionally.

Jay -The seller presented me a signed counter offer and my professional JOB is to submit over any documents to my clients as soon as possible.  

I can tell you that these girls represent the average healthcare "professional". 

Is there a professional I can consult with on this?  

Negotiating a security deposit amount is not a red flag for me, especially with over $10K in estimated moving expenses (professional movers) and move-in costs (1st month and security).