I've sold while in your shoes before, and I've also held with large negative CF.

Do the math at a 6% loan rate.There's a reason many apartment buildings have been converted to condos and sold.

Keep in mind with a 1031 exchange, it's important to ensure that the total value of the replacement property is equal to or greater than the property you sold.

I have actually worked with a number of investors from california who have sold their CA property and been able to acquire 2-3 cash flowing investments in great markets. 

Sold. 1.7m

Common sources of such properties include:Foreclosures: Homes that have been repossessed by banks due to non-payment.Distressed Properties: Homes that are in poor condition and need a lot of work.Auctions: Properties sold at auction for below market value.Off-market Deals: Properties that aren't listed on the MLS but are available for sale through direct outreach or networking.The key is to buy a property at a price low enough to ensure that even after renovations, the home will appraise for a higher value.2.

And the deals I didn't buy I sold to other investors and built up capital for the next buy and hold deal. 

Houses that sold for $35,000 in 1970 sold for $3,000 in 2008.  

I have met and spoke to several people that have joined Brads group and purchased and sold several deals because of it.

2024 was a banner year for our investor clients with eight prime Oregon Coast vacation rentals sold.