Not incredible, but fine.An out of state flip or flipping business, handled completely remotely? 

If I sold, I think it would be by a hair that I can offload the property for the balance despite a tax value of $440,000, but it would get it off my books completely and free up my VA loan to purchase again. 

The QI will facilitate the transaction by holding the proceeds from the sale of your New Jersey property and using them to acquire the replacement properties in Florida.Make sure to follow the 1031 exchange timelines: you must identify potential replacement properties within 45 days of selling your New Jersey property and complete the acquisition of the replacement properties within 180 days.  

I'm considering new floors, fixtures, countertops, windows, removing popcorn ceilings, etcetera.

Some more than others. two units had wood floors that we kept.

The bottom floor is not tall enough.  

Rehab Scope:Cosmetic remodel: Painted the interior/exterior, updated the kitchen cabinets and countertops, and installed new flooring.Modernized fixtures: Replaced light fixtures, outlets, and switches throughout.Enhanced curb appeal: Painted the brick exterior, added landscaping, and modern black accents.Timeline: Completed the rehab in just 4 weeks to minimize holding costs.Strategic Upgrades: Focused on cost-effective improvements like vinyl flooring and fresh paint, wh What was the outcome?

So you're not completely anonymous.

I would be cautious chasing the 1% rule, a lot of the time it puts you into less desirable neighborhoods or into properties that haven't been completely renovated.

The process will obviously cost quite a bit more and Safeguard seems to have washed their hands of it completely.