but the issue then becomes we are a go between and can not provide any help negotiating because we have a fiduciary responsibility to both parties.

Your lease may have an acceleration clause that makes them responsible for the entire lease even if they leave early. 

Be distant but firm on your responsibilities and intent to be a purchaser. 

@Kristi HarmonSorry for the late response.

Responses include “I appreciate you!”

They have a business, hence, his articulate response.

@Roger Roth, Because 1031 is a federal statute the location of your intermediary is not as important as their performance, responsiveness, and breadth of experience. 

I've called my insurance company but wanted to confirm if the seller had any responsibility to disclose the flooding basement issues that could not have been discovered during the inspection.

Anyone have any recommendations for a book on constructing a new apartment complex and not just any other book that speaks like an infomericial, but something that is more of a guideline, with more step by step (high level is ok) instructions.

@Jim Goebel thanks for the response.