If you transferring solely for estate planning circumstances, then there are a variety of trusts you can use for this such as a QPRT for California residents if the property also happens to be your first or second home.  

This was advice to me, with my circumstances, and you and your situation is different, plus the laws, court rulings, etc. 

But without knowing the circumstances and numbers it's hard to give feedback to someone wanting to know.

The exception is when the location is in a well populated area with major foot traffic of people who have moderate to higher income levels and they frequent the businesses in the area.

I am unsure if that is possible at all or if it depends on circumstances such as if I am compensated or if I have any ownership stake.

It’s also frustrating that she won’t let go of her pets given the circumstances.

Is that some kind of a exception?

I don't like DST's except in certain situations.The way they are constructed they are front loaded with fees and the passive investor doesn't control the exit.

I suppose there are exceptions to that general rule, but I would not try that with the Milwaukee metro market, or at least in the low-cost market (I suppose the more expensive suburbs are safer, but the margins are terrible - lol).

I actually don't answer my phone when I am with a client except in emergencies.