Most subs are suffering from labor shortages while a few a thriving.

@Andrew GirgisThe coastal urban markets have chronically suffered from cap rate compression and low returns, partly due to an extremely high demand, and partly due to demand from foreign investors who look at US real estate like a lot of people look at gold.  

The proceeds from the sale should pay for the repairs, and also be a sizable return on my investment, to alleviate my pain and suffering! 

The anxiety of starting: Many aspiring real estate investors suffer with worry and uncertainty when they first embark on their adventure.

And historically speaking, real estate appreciation rates suffer during election years.

He did avoid the taxation by this method; however, the 1031 properties were also bought during the peak, have depreciated, suffer vacancies in the current market, and are at this point negatively cash flowing.

@Alan Dolling, sell it and either rent or downsize.They are suffering financially and that equity is locked up in the house with them unable to use it.

Sure, cash flow suffers and its more difficult to secure financing in the present environment, but there are plenty of economic benefits to be gained from a well-executed business plan coupled with the right acquisition in any market.

My heart still going out to all those who may suffer. 

If you raise it $50-75 a year, they may stay and if you keep it rented to the same good tenants, returns won't suffer since there's no vacancies.