As long as you are not in any way attempting to circumventing the listings agent due commission(s), then why shouldn't they do their job?

And while years will have to pass before we can really understand the nuances of what leads to losses in each deal, and how to parse out what is due to gross negligence, what is due to incompetence, what is due to fraud, and what is due to bad luck, there are decisions that GP and LP investors have to make right now, to get the “least bad” outcome in a given investment.Some GPs are trying to raise capital via capital calls.

We have all of our plans and have begun applying for permits (though that is taking much longer than expected due to Ian backup). 

We would never allow this.What is your tax situation - I don't see anyway you end in a good situation by selling due to depreciation and payback and realtor fees, selling, closing fees etc unless you 1031 into something.

Not looking to refinance due to the great interest rates  4% on 30 year loans but would have not talked to any lenders that will do HELOC's yet.   

It is easier to buy a home in a price range of $100K+ range that either has enough equity after renovations or appreciation to pull out a LOC or cash to use for the down payments or to purchase "All cash" for those deals under $75K.problem with low loan amounts is you will be maxed at 75% LTV and doing a cash out refinance on a $50K home is going impossible due to most lenders having a minimum loan amount. 

Be sure to diligently evaluate potential properties through inspections, condition assessments, financial reviews, and property tax assessments.

Since we would be using the money in the same manner could we use a 1031 exchange to defer the gain income tax ?

Due to TCPA enforcement, my response rates on Launch Control and other texting platforms dropped dramatically.

You can use the extra income to pay down debt, save for retirement, or invest in additional properties.Tax Benefits: There may be tax advantages to renting out a portion of your home, such as deductions for mortgage interest, property taxes, and depreciation.