The only 1031 deal I did, I had issues after I identified.

This is also a topic of frequent discussion, I suggest you search the forum for related keywords and results will keep you busy reading for hours...As you read you will see who the real players are, do little due diligence, review their references and then contact 2 or 3 to speak directly, then make your choice.

At or after the auction you need to do a title search and understand what other liens and encumberances might be attached to the property. 

I've done some searching, and previous Seller A's company is no longer in business. 

@Marlin Helsel - I am not sure of your exact location, but if I could give you one piece of advice for meeting people, it would be this.Go to the Nav Bar > "Network" > "Members" Search for members in your area and message them asking to meet for coffee to just chat real estate.

@Chris Watson  Thanks, I am trying to soak up as much as I can while I figure out how to do my analysis and figure out what strategies work best and how to identify the right markets

I get that you have equity and that’s valuable, but I just can’t seem to get my head around the numbers side of it - An example would be best, so if there’s a thread with this already I’d love to see it but I can’t search on the app!

Partner with a US CRE syndicator and feel free to PM me for more info on how to partner and what to look for.I’d be happy to move your search along and send you a link or two.

Once I manage to identify the ideal city to invest in, I hope to connect with the local real estate folks (agents, property managers, lawyers etc.) and progress to the next step in the investment process. 

I did some searching and wasn't able to find any posts on this in the past.