Work with the ones that work out for you best. 

However, deeds-in-lieu have some risks that the borrower could later challenge the transfer.Flexibility to work out solutions: Major bridge lenders emphasize their flexibility and creativity to structure deals around a borrower's unique needs.

And as long as you work out the % ownership correctly they'll be able to complete their 1031 exchange successfully

Do you think the cost of the build will work out as you expect?

Like I said- even if it doesn't work out Tuscaloosa seems like a no brainer for appreciation, LTR and probably MTR as well.  

If you don't move back you can be looking at a 200k tax bill if it doesn't work out due to having to pay capital gains on the profit

I would then approach the tenant and work out a solution that is far for the both of you.  

Plus the logistics of trying to get multiple note holders to agree and be happy on servicing, collections, work-outs, and exit strategies sounds like herding cats!

Getting everything all done at once without any problems is ideal, but it doesn't always work out that way. 

I would be willing to either pay for the access, or work out a deal where I could throw leads your way since I will be sending out a significant amount of letters.If this is breaking any forum or Realtor rules, please let me know, and I will remove it.Thanks