Like almost everything else in life: Short-term pain for long-term gain!

As long as the total of the replacement properties meets your reinvestment target you'll still defer all tax. 

By focusing on multiplying investor returns, we build lasting relationships based on mutual success.In this industry, it's not just about making money for yourself.

Closing Costs – Remember to factor in refi fees and how long you plan to hold the property to determine if refinancing will save you money overall.Since you mentioned owning the property for only a year, your equity might still be limited, impacting your options or leading to higher costs.

Lastly if your not sold on any market yet I have always done very well in and enjoyed military markets.

Can they prove how long it takes to rent a vacant property?

Long-Term Rentals: What do you think is a better strategy for someone just starting out—focusing on Airbnb (short-term rentals) or traditional long-term rentals? 

So after being laid off a few times in the last 8 years I decided to get back into investing but this time focusing on buy and hold multi family real estate so that I could built wealth that could help me retire my wife who just had a long battle with cancer and survived , but is now back to work, and I want to give her a relaxing life free of all the stress of the world (by the way did I mention she is also in the mortgage lending field) so that explains the urgency to retire her from w-2 work ! 

Remember, buying a property is a financial decision that should align with your long-term goals and comfort.If the new lender offers a better rate and lower monthly payment, it’s reasonable to consider that option.

I have noticed more agents get out which is more business for the long timers.