If you want to scale to bigger assets, then selling some and rolling the money into that asset may make sense.I would talk to @Dave Foster about 1031s, and look over all options.I know that I would refi the equity and buy the next deal.  

If you are self-employed with no full-time employees, you can set up a Solo 401k through a 401k provider which allows for investing in real estate.

I owned multis in residential zones where people have home based businesses, successful, then hired employees.

Why should a 1 person company pay substantially more in taxes than a w2 employee? 

Agents, tenants, contractors, and even employees will forget to turn off the lights.AC - Contractors will turn down the AC and never turn it up.Vacant - It is common in todays market to be vacant for months.

It is critical to identify markets with dynamic ecosystems of tech companies and employees, as well as ample availability of high-quality office space.”

All Contractors are subject to the lender’s determination that the contractors are qualified and experienced, have all appropriate credentials required by the state, are financially able to perform the duties necessary to complete the renovation work in a timely manner, and agree to indemnify the borrower for all property losses or damages caused by its employees or subcontractors.Multiple Specialized Contractors:Ø Since this is a limited repair/renovation program, no General Contractor is required.

Out of curiosity apprx what percentage of loans are issued to w2 employees vs self employed/small biz owners?

If possible find the larger companies, my current and former company both have more than 1000 employees and have been operating for decades in this market.

I know some who make lots of low offers or are offering out of state either don't look at it before contract or have an agent or employee do so.