If all things are equal consider who responds most timely and do so with a professional tone, text, and/or email? 

Keep in mind, though, if you just sell outright, you could be looking at capital gains and depreciation recapture, so it’s worth crunching the numbers with a proper tax professional (I’m not one, by the way).What do you think the rest of the community has seen happen to property values since last year, and do you believe it changes the 1031 conversation?

Hindsight is 20/20.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I've always managed my own properties but am beginning to open my eyes to the fact it may be better to have it professionally managed and focus on my investments more.    

I’ve been researching local professionals and would welcome any advice on how to vet and connect with reliable team members, particularly in a high-cost area like the Bay Area.As for hard money, I haven’t explored it in depth yet, but I’m open to the idea for the right deal.

HI ReetiI would 100% recommend contacting local professionals in your chosen markets. 

So many, please message me for details Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Did you take professional photos and what do you have the amount for rent?

Readers should seek professional advice.

As a professional property manager, I'm coming across an interesting trend related to institutions providing financial assistance for tenants who have trouble paying their security deposit and I would love to hear feedback from the BP community.Large PM companies have begun partnering with financial institutions, such as Rhino Insurance, to help tenants who struggle with paying their security deposit.