Alternately, your LLC and the realtor could form a LLC for the property project. 

With a reputable, well vetted turn key company it will be a lower risk alternative.

A very good alternative would be to reach out to Security First Title in Wichita.

The alternative is going to a hard-money lender.Why aren't you mentioning what company you belong to - This will provide you the credibility.

I hope this helps and if you don't want to keep your capital in CA what alternative do you really have?

It is all based on what their alternatives are and those are limited by zoning, constructability, ability to lease, and most importantly radio frequency needs.  

If it turns out that you don't qualify for scholarships for one reason or another, consider community college as a strong alternative. 

Alternatively I have considered a nicer duplex instead.

Alternatively, you can use an agent to see your home and get a referral fee. 

There're also many alternatives outside 1031 like Oz, dst or installment sale.For 1031 exchange, the most difficult part is actually not 1031 itself but verifying and do the due diligence of the replacement property and the strategizing for that.With the very low-interest rate in today's rate, eviction and the availability of Sec 121 sometimes I do think the best replacement is the house that we can use our own, either as primary or vacation homes.