The key to the 1031 is that you have to use a 3rd party qualified intermediary to manage the 1031 process. 

Just as all have stated above about the Realtor being savvy about real estate, the Realtor needs to be savvy about their client: 1) How many Realtors have they worked with, 2) over what time frame, 3) how many homes they have purchased, 4) are they patient or do they incist on making 10-20 offers at a time.

The staging was key to this sale.

If this is something you regularly encounter with new tenants, I would recommend getting a checklist lined up for lease signing walkthrough so you can make sure all your points are covered before the keys are even handed over.   

The key word here is: simple

Relationship is key.

The key to wholesaling is having a solid list of cash buyers who will buy multiple properties from you.

I've worked for forex broker for couple of years as head of key account management which helped me to build my network and expertise in regulated business.

Which direction do you go.....turn key?

The real key is to have a good lead managemnet and follow up system.