All this to say, we are looking for a CPA who can help us with our taxes as well as advise us on future financial decisions.

One decision can change your life

Good luck and please come back and post about your decision!!

This certainly helps me in the decision.

I'm on my own and don't need to take into account anyone else in making this decision (first time in a long time!).

Make sure to run the numbers as a house hack and it being fully rented which is your ultimate goal to get a better idea of the financial implications of this decision long term. 

I have told them I can't do anything until I can exercise the options.The market is somewhat cooling off and that may effect my decision on keeping or flipping the properties.I have done several 1031's with @Dave Foster and he's the best at this process.I am managing more properties than I want to already and would need to cut back on some if I plan to pick up any of the three properties ( they will need some cosmetic work for sure).The first position notes are one's I hold.

I wouldn’t make the decision to keep it if you aren’t also planning to grow a portfolio, or grow in real estate in general.

@Mike BianchiSounds like a good problem to have in making this decision.

@Skyy Dugger - Maybe get a tree removal company to give you a worst case estimate to remove the tree with the potential issues you're worried about so you can quantify the risk better to help you make your decision.