If you do not find success there, there are some online companies like SpaceJoy, Decorilla, Havenly etc.

The work around is part of the application process is to tour the property, but still, why put yourself in that position?

Let me know if you have any questions on the process of appreciation and even tax advantages, especially since y'all are engineers!

I did discuss with my accountant and he is unsure as he is not familiar with IRA rollover process. 

Quote from @Matt Wan: Can I purchase a property using a traditional mortgage without being physically present for any part of the process?

I normally advise that people start a business as a sole propeitor in their first year.If it is successful and something you want to continue, then have a conversation regarding entities.

., a duplex or triplex).Wishing you success on your journey.

And in order to defer all tax you must purchase at least as much as the aggregate net sales price of your properties.These all can seem daunting but in my experience exchanges are more successful than not.

I realize I am not cut out for the entire REI process of consistently finding multiple properties for particular exit strategies. 

What is the reason that you are not having success?