However, all of the investors really like the property and the care takers and they like to visit and bring family and friends to the property.  

The owner is friend of mine, really good dude.

From leaving my home friends and family I met some really good people and I hoped to share that experience and learn more about realestate in the process How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Finding the private money seemed to be the biggest challenge my friend has had while doing this. 

Quote from @Mathew Chacko: Hi friends, did anyone end up using e1031xchange ?

I have a potential partner who is a long-time friend.

They are willing to trade one high-equity property in a tenant-friendly market like San Francisco for a more landlord-friendly growth market like Austin.

The trend is your friend.

That’s the kind of agent you want in your corner, especially in a competitive market like San Antonio.While I haven’t worked with him directly, I’ve spoken with an investor friend who did.

Having a group of friends living in an apartment complex creates a sense of community and reduces turnover.