Based on what you described,  I'd make sure they pay rent this month first, then tell them they have to be out by February 1st. 

You need to describe deal size, asset type,etc.

to clarify not me personally my on staff GC did it... ... but if I did not have employees to delegate this too I would do as I described ..

From Section 121(b)(5): (emphasis mine)(C)Period of nonqualified useFor purposes of this paragraph— i period of nonqualified use” means any period (other than the portion of any period preceding January 1, 2009) during which the property is not used as the principal residence of the taxpayer or the taxpayer’s spouse or former spouse.ii period of nonqualified use” does not include—portion of the 5-year period described in subsection (a) which is after the last date that such property is used as the principal residence of the taxpayer or the taxpayer’s spouseThe law does not mention anything about how the property was FIRST used.

Several of these posts are from BP members describing their personal experiences, which can be very helpful.

The fear is the root of all evil.. however providing that you learn how to put that fear aside, by doing actionable steps that helps you increase your confidence level... then the fear become less of an issue..In my journey I actually describe how i was scared... and wasn't sure of myself... in fact you can read my entire journey documented in my blog...

Right now, our focus is saving up as much as we can in the next year to prepare for all of the costs you've described.

There are investors in Toronto with deep pockets willing to pay WAY more than that for what you're describing in that area, so make sure you're buying what they don't know is for sale.Go to the neighborhood where you want to buy.

I have a book written by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago describing money creation.

Do you have a link to what you are describing(Permanent Clear Shutters)?