Hopefully it will be a gradual slump and not a free fall when it does come around.

Should we gradually take them away? 

I would consider listing it and reducing the price gradually like Account Closed mentioned

This would allow me to gradually build and not be in over my head.

I plan to gradually expand my portfolio by buying a mix of SFH and small multi-family homes in the central Florida area to start with before expanding my horizon. 

Essentially, I am more concerned with building my business credit/DUNS score and gradually eliminating the need to have my personal credit ran or effected whenever funds are needed to grow or enhance my business.

You could gradually increase it, such as $50/month until you get to market.

Often excessive rent growth can lead to abrupt halts or gradual rent decreases, most of the time due to too much construction or people just moving due to the high cost of living.

My goal therefore is to supplement my portfolio with real estate, starting with a house hack in my home state and gradually growing as I become a more seasoned investor.I have been reading BP for several months and have obviously listened to quite a few of the podcasts.

Small infrequent increases will gradually get you caught up without alienating the tenants. 9 out of 10 won’t mind so long as they see continued maintenance on the property.