Since this is an exchange you need to be on title (or do a DST) and your cash currently is about 2M I’m buying power.

However, he could just do a 1031 exchange with another property and defer the gains until he sells out the second property.

For a more precise perspective without these programs (or in addition to), I would encourage you to start establishing professional relationships with local brokers, mortgage lenders, and other support pros (legal and accounting).I’m curious to know about your chosen niche and experience.

A wholesaler can bring you a good deal, but if the wholesaler is not in the business of renovations or even the "slow grind" of renting homes out, they may be fine with giving you a deal in exchange for their finders fee - typically around $5,000.

@Dave MadochIt is a no-brainer to do a 1031 exchange if you are looking to sell an investment property and still be very active in acquiring more properties.A 1031 exchange will allow you to sell an investment property and defer paying the tax.You should reach out to @Dave Fostera 1031 exchange requires you to use an intermediary to facilitate the transactions. 

You can self certify so you do not need an intermediary like in 1031 exchanges.

Partner A wishes to gradually cash out of the buildings and defer the gains with 1031 exchanges. 

If you can not save your way to the goal, either scale a business (income not tied to your hours; employees generating income for you) or scale a RE portfolio (tenants are producing the income in exchange for a place to live).What do you do now? 

Can you elaborate on how precisely I can get SEO without paying anyone for it?

In exchange you will do your best to get it rented quickly and minimize disruptions with showings.