For me, since I renovated my homes mainly myself, is looking back at what I didn't do.For example, I renovated a house, rented it, and when I looked at my second house one of my first comments was "I must remove this popcorn ceiling" but in my previous house it didn't even occur to be to remove it.I compare what I did to my houses and there's this clear evolution in my style and capabilities.

Quality insurance for the IRA is therefore a must. 

The co-signer must also pass your screening process.

Not as fast growing, but still in recovery and not too far to visit if needed.

Getting documents notarized if you don't have an attorney will require that you visit an embassy.

I would also like additional capital to -Fix up that home (instead of me paying for the repairs/upgrades over time)Invest in stocks, (As I've been learning/studying for over a year now, making small amounts here and there as a trader) Potential upgrades for my business (me and my family run a successful auto body and paint shop)Because of my good credit (almost 800) I feel like some type of bank/company/individual must be out there willing to work with me!

., if the property is located within the official boundaries of an urban renewal or urban redevelopment district, the investor can make repairs, upgrades, additions, all new construction, for any type of property, and the redeeming taxpayer must pay the amount the property increased in value because of that.Just because there are tax or other incentives for neighborhood revitalization does not mean it is an official urban renewal or urban redevelopment district. 

Since this post, I have visited the biggest city in that remote county, found a very experienced and helpful agent, and she found us a wonderful investment property in this bigger city before it even hit the market.

I've got a feeling thought that even if you felt like your intent was solid that the 1031 still won't work for you this time.The reason is that in order to defer all tax in a 1031 you must purchase at least as much as you sell. 

For example my accountant always lets me know when renewals and other forms are due, which he typically handles and only costs me $50 a year, as well as answers plenty of questions that I have.As a word of warning, if you do decide to go through an online company you must be on top of every form filing.