If so, that means buyers in Oakland, for example, can purchase a $1.01m single family home with just 5% down ($960,000 / 0.05) as a commodity product, with subsidized/sexy interest rates, and so on.

You'd be surprised at how low 30 year fixed rates are right now on these products.  

If you size correctly, you have a chance to sell.The above two groups are generally two different products and business models. 

There are a lot of products out there for you and the path you take depends on your financial situation and then your goal. 

It can be a challenge because banks don't want to advertise this product.

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@April Green in addition to what @Nathan G. said you might want to look for an attorney that specializes in tax sale.

But that is not an issue as we then just move you to our next investor that has the same products and rinse and repeat every time you limit out with a particular investor. 

Often you need some cash to reposition the new product you 1031 exchange for.  

If you find a new job, I'd recommend selling a top-notch product or service that doesn't have a ceiling on your commissions (SAAS companies are a great candidate).