My two partners simply brought the deal to me.

But easily solved - you simply complete the 1031 and then contribute the property into the trust.  

They are not partners, I am simply using their capital to help seed my hard money loan and/or for repairs.I would like to hear what returns other investors are giving their family members on these types of deals. 

If so you might want to look into private flood insurance it would cut you premium down 50-75%.

Just a cut the grass guy or a full landscaping crew?  

I was in the South Shore 79th St area today to get the grass cut at my place before the holiday weekend....and mission accomplished !

If it's a dropped ceiling use a jabsaw to cut and access hole, then when you're done up there, just screw a 1x4 to the cut out piece so it holds back up there level with the other sheet rock and tape, mud, sand, and repaint it.

I've never been fond of the idea of using more cash, but it does leave a lot more breathing room to cut your mortgage in half. 

@Wayne Brooks I actually already hammered this out with the wholesaler -- I will be directly in contact with the owner but will have a recorded note on the property for the wholesaler's cut.

I have not been in that position but with all I've seen tells me that you should try to sell it and cut your losses and go on down the road and look for another opportunity.