Other investors I know use this to find properties based on zoning and uses allowed:https://www.deepblocks.com/They also have overlay maps of zoning codes/census tracts/demographics like population and income, etc.

The tangible nature of property investment, coupled with the potential for rental income and capital appreciation, offers a balanced risk-reward ratio.

Investing in real estate is a way to boost your net worth as you earn through capital appreciation, amortization, depreciation, cash flow and the inflation hedge.  

Looking to do a 1031 exchange into something that maximizes income.

Yes:- file state tax extensions if you have state income tax- make estimated state tax payments- file amended 2018 returns if needed, unless you filed a 2018 extension in 2019-  make1st quarterly estimated payment towards your 2022 taxes- adopt a dog from your local shelter

I do live in a lower-income area that is now up and coming (more job opportunities, more infrastructure being built, local amusement parks, close to city, etc).

I’m in sales so my income can very month to month.

Depending how much you earn you can step up those savings by getting a side-hustle in any part of real estate....working for a top Real Estate office on weeknights and weekends, working for an RE Investor, working for a General Contractor and learning a few skills, etc.

What is the income requirements for a cash-out refinance on a property?

Remember that securing bank financing for people with 1099 income is really tough.