Ultimately, it's a lot of hoops to jump through and the cost may not necessarily be aligned with your plans. 

I thought If the 10-year holding period is satisfied, all appreciation in the QOF, including any depreciation recapture, is eligible for tax-free treatment.

This matters for investors purchasing off the MLS who want to keep their costs as low as possible.What strategies investors are using here right now.This is based on what I'm seeing here in Raleigh. 

First thing I see is you're close to hitting the 2 years OO for a tax free sale on any gain...obviously you don't currently have any gain, but if you can wait it out then any future gains would be tax free...it gives you some wiggle room later. 

Look hard for potential start up cost to minimize overages.

@Kendrick Molina feel free to reach out if you ever need anything.

Getting into legalities can be costly, time consuming, and incredibly annoying.

Normally a DPA program  help buyers who may not have funds for a downpayment and closing cost.

Specifically the tenant needs to be costing you more than the vacancy is going to cost you. 

They insert a sock and I believe use an epoxy product to create a liner inside the old cast iron pipe significantly extending its life for much less cost.