@John Mark PollardOur two resident 1031 experts are @Dave Foster and @Bill Exeter - can't go wrong with either one

I think I already know the answer, sadly, but just wanted to check in with the experts here:  I'm exiting about half of my portfolio as I head toward part time employment and eventually full retirement. 

Your agent should be an expert negotiator.  

I would continue networking, find the tax-lien experts, and learn as much as I can from them before making any investments.

He is a knowledge expert on Tulsa market especially U of Tulsa area. 

When do you think Playa del Rey will catch up in prices?
Even Westchester which has pretty much the same Airport nuisance as PDR but with no ocean view property and no walking distance beach, has progressed faster. B...

I'm not a tax expert by any means, but when I talked about this subject with my own loan officer, he said that would add the depreciation back in because it was not a true loss.  

You need to talk to experts not strangers.

You have to build relationships and demonstrate you are an expert in the space.

That's where an experienced realtor can help.The comparable properties need to be as close to identical as possible in style (don't comp a bungalow with a colonial) and the number of beds, baths, square feet of living area and lot size, garage and basement specs, septic vs town sewer, year built and condition.A few things I use to look for regarding condition if I can't visit the property - updated kitchen and baths (granite/stainless, cabinets, backsplashes, lighting), landscaping (manicured vs overgrown) and the appearance of the interior rooms.