Originally posted by Will Barnard:Jason, I do have the option to not accept any offer, for any reason, however, since I use a licensed agent, we can not demand that they use our lender, but can demand they double app, which is essence, accomplishes the same thing.First, I'm not an attorney, but I'm pretty confident of this...Assuming your agent isn't a principal in the transaction, the fact s/he is representing you will not violate any RESPA regulations, because it is YOU (who is unlicensed and the principal) who is demanding the buyer use a particular broker.Certainly, your agent can't require a particular broker as part of the deal, and I assume your agent isn't getting any kickback or favorable treatment from your broker as part of the deal.

Hi Adam,You are correct in that the 1031 Exchange would not apply here since you are dealing with securities, which are specifically excluded from 1031 Exchange treatment. 

I am a CPA and my understanding of the 1031 rules don’t allow like kind treatment in this case for a swap of property in exchange of LLC units or a partnership interest.

I recently submitted my residency application to retain the more favorable tax treatment but was only granted 50% at the lower rate, and the other 50% at 6%.

@Matt Holmer, our discussion got me thinking and I decided to tinker around in Google My Maps to see how I could visualize this data.

The Cuyahoga County auditor's website does show owners' address. http://myplace.cuyahogacounty.us/They just switched to a new system that is SO MUCH better than the old one, both in ease of use and visuals (bigger font, a big map right in the middle).

Other than that a few treatments pest treatments and we will put it on the market for 1100 a unit.

That said, there are still an unbelievable number of checks that come in that have to be hand processed and posted.Asking for a special treatment of holding this in case of that and then figuring out which check to deposit.... yeah. 

The later I believe is attainable through real estate investing.I am a happily married father of 2, and I currently run the Audio Visual department for the Hyatt Valencia, soon that will include the Double Tree Bakersfield.  

For example, if your inspector comes up with termite damage, you can ask for a price reduction or treatment by a licensed exterminator and repair of the damage by a licensed contractor.