Or how you've been of monetary value to other investors. 

Say my tenant broke something that I could easily fix myself like patch a large hole in the drywall or replace a few broken tiles.

We have to start conversations by climbing out of the hole they dug for us. 

Then I texted the A-hole letting him know I know and to keep away.

They will remove a row of siding around the house, cut a 3" dia hole into the sheathing, fill up the wall, place a plug into the wall and reinstall the siding. 

A short hold under a year would require you examine to ensure that you could demonstrate your intent to hold.Fortunately, you have the ace in the hole - an unsolicited offer to purchase. 

My bIggest hope in wrItIng thIs Is to Inspire others out tgere to get started.Three years ago I went down a personal finance rabbit hole.

Blizzard outside.Drive to the home.Access the damages.Look at the big hole in the roof from the fire dept.Plan our strategy.Talk to tenants.

One unit is in good condition while the other will need new flooring, holes patched and a full interior paint.

I'd let them go, clean it up and get it rented again asap and consider any loss as what you paid for the learning experience and make sure you button up that hole in your lease for the future.