If I was in your shoes I'd probably 1031 it, especially if it would allow me to learn the process so I can be better prepared for future transactions.

Remember, every experienced investor was once in your shoes.

I wouldn't though because you wind up prob spending at minimum the same and tons of time.Me in your shoes....

Steve Babiak - what strategy would you use if you were in my shoes?

I find myself in similar shoes as you, but BP has been an absolute godsend!  

I’ve spoken to hundreds of investors in your shoes.

What would you do in my shoes? 

If you stroll around here and seek out other RE investors who are also CPA's you might be pleasantly surprised to see how far that combination can take you. 1 + 1 = 3.And if you start answering forum tax questions, you will build up your connections and credibility.Are you driven to RE because you've seen the numbers from RE investors?

That's where I would start if I was in your shoes.

@Michael BurksI was in your shoes a few years ago when I attended a weekend seminar by a competing program based in Dallas (if you've done your homework at all, you've surely heard of him).