1031: hold time before I can roll into another property.

[Tom Henderson]

Team, looking at doing another 1031 on 2 properties just purchased, renovated and leased-out. The IRS says I need to have 'intent to hold' property.  

What exactly does that mean? Is it more intent focused to lease and maintain the asset, or is there a timeframe needed to hold the property before I can trade up again. 

Thanks in advance for the suggestions.