I don't think you qualify for a 1031. owning a property your mother lives in doesn't seem to meet the held for investment test necessary. 

There’s 7 tests for materially participation.

Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

To truly know how the AC is running, you’ll have to test it.

When you inherit tenants, sometimes they are testing you to see how you are as an owner.

The three reasons sellers typically choose the off-market route are privacy, potential savings, and price testing.

@Marcus AuerbachIf u have an hvac person only taking half a day to swap out a new heat pump and central air, and do all the proper evacuation and testing, they are on speed.

I've worked with dozens of investors who have tested both the standard and premium listings on Zillow.

I have 0% equity since I just got the home.For starters, I would go back to all of the people complaining about the condition and test whether providing a repair allowance at closing would make a difference.

START by leasing a property and testing your hosting biz.