I'm sure you only intend on helping people so, this shouldn't apply to you.Home Matters USA | The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (ca.gov)

Engage in social networking with other investors, both locally and virtually, and investigate innovative funding alternatives such as VA loans, FHA loans, or other government-supported schemes.

Still not a lawyer or a COA, make sure you use a QI like @Dave Foster for the exchange, and a cpa or at least an accountant for your taxes.

Quote from @Dave Foster: @Paul Novak, There are a couple of things to strategically consider for the direction you want to head.1.

This period beckons us to seize it as a chance for expansion, innovation, and collective progress.

Quote from @Dave Foster: @Eric Andrekopoulos, Spot on reply by @Chris Seveney! 

Consider a lending partner thats invested in your success, offering coaching and consultation to mitigate risks and foster mutual growth, which ultimately makes the loan less risky for all parties involved.

Selling the property offers a significant cash sum, enabling you to potentially diversify your STR portfolio by purchasing multiple properties outright, fostering a more passive income stream.

Maybe you can sell/merge the two existing companies into one first and then perform 1031 exchange.Let's have the 1031 expert respond @Dave Foster

@Dave Foster Thanks for this!