I am an accidental builder IE lent to builders who went busto and had to take over the projects. that was in 2013 muddled my way through the first 4 projects that I had to take over .. then felt WTF I am putting up all the money basically and taking the lions share of the risk why dont I just try to do it all..

the fees charge are basically exactly the same you will pay with any other PM for those asset class's  . 

Hostfully seems like it will cover the basics we need, plus it has some unique features that others didn’t offer.

 just start generating leads and start talking to people and when you’re not doing that educate yourself also hire a mentor just basically get active..

Is there any way to basically “lock in” the target building, or is there always going to be a risk that you won’t be able to find the right building within the 1031 timeframe?

This tool is basically designed to help you decide whether or not to submit your LOI for further diligence.

Basically they'll come up with reasons as to why the "guarantee" doesn't apply to your situation. 

You now basically have a duplex for sale and that's an investment property.

It is basically a duplex.

Additionally, it drives people away from the forums.