First, get everything you can about your properties: leases, tenant contact info, etc.Then find a new PMC!

Even if it takes longer to pay off, having a steady, reliable tenant might actually be less stressful than managing an STR.FYI - consider starting with a regular rental but structuring it as a 6-12 month lease.

7) You'll need a good "roommate" lease!

I dont their account reps change pretty frequently..

It meant more frequent turn overs (cycling tenants every 2-ish years versus 4-5 in my nicer properties), which came with turnover costs.  

Next, if you do another VA mortgage, VA allows you to take your lease and offset your mortgage payment.

I would like to pass on a little bit of useful information for anybody thinking of converting their permit over to owner-builder. 1 - You will not be able to sell the property for a minimum of 365 days from the date of issuing of the CO. 2 - The property must be for the owner's own use and occupancy and not for sale or lease which means you will not be able to rent it out. 3 - The owner-builder must ensure that all employees working on the project have the required licenses.4 - The owner-builder must provide worker's compensation as required by Florida law.5 - To apply for the owner builder permit, you must physical visit the building department.There are others requirements and conditions, however these are the main items.

.), easily get cold feet, battle financing issues or sometimes just ghost you at closing.Selling a home to a tenant is probably the better path (lease option), but you really have to work with them every month and coach them to get them ready to buy the home, otherwise, 70% will not execute. 

Are you allowed to lease the unit?

Some will want to see it, but we have leased our unit twice without showing the property.