I have an ozone machine on hand, and if there is no same-day check-in, then it's easy to solve usually. 

U dont ever have to sell the land you log at about 70 years or so then replant and hand it down.. 

Sell this one and keep the cash on hand (after taxes (Ouch!))

To be 100% hands-off, while enjoying the passive income that hits their bank account every month."

On the other hand, I could hold on to the property with the thought that I can handle the expenses of keeping it, while continuing to pay off considerable equity and gaining appreciation for each year I hold on to the property.I would love to hear everyone's thoughts on what is the best option, as I have been having trouble making a decision given my limited knowledge and experience. 

Neither remote or 3rd party management will work...it will take local, hands on, full time management. 

Essentially @Scott Trench is in the same position, running a RE education and publishing company, and arguably more hands on with his own investing.

We've limited down our options to a handful of places.

I chose the latter, because I used to travel a lot of for work and wanted a hands-off investment.

This sounds like your situation, Brody.It may be easier and more convenient to find one lender that provides both the purchase and rehab funds but don’t feel that your hands are tied.