I understand the time frame and all of that when it comes to the 1031 exchange, but wasn't sure if it applies if I am purchasing the new home with a partner.

I am wondering is there a way to get more applicants to apply?

Originally posted by @John Underwood:Just use a reputable company and you will be fine.Doesn't that apply to anything in life, even buying a pair of underwear? 

@Daniel Bryant If he is using the room for commercial purposes I don’t know if the eviction moratorium applies.

Hold the funds in the account and apply them one month at a time as rent charges are posted.If you are accepting X months of rent in advance, you should have a written lease agreement for that amount of time and I recommend some financial penalty if they elect to leave early.

I was wondering does the same apply to General Partners (GPs) or can GPs participate in 1031 Exchanges?

Lender also told me for my next property I will need at least 15% down and 6 months reserve and since I already have a primary residency I would have to apply for an investment property.

You can look and see what everyone is doing, pick and choose what you like and apply it to your business.

Many have already paid a one time fee for background/credit checks that can be applied to multiple listings... works for me, my profit comes from rent.

The exemption applies to "A duplex in which the owner occupied one of the units as the owner's principal place of residence AT THE BEGINING OF THE TENANCY, so long as the owner continues to occupy".