I would also try to familiarize yourself with local landlord-tenant laws, including fair housing regulations, security deposit limits, and notice requirements for entering the property or terminating a lease.Prior to renting, conduct a thorough inspection of the property before the tenant moves in, and document the condition with photos or a video walkthrough.

Tell tenant A that you need a window of time to inspect the apartment with only the furniture he is leaving (with the unit in move out ready condition). 

They have a realtor that is currently telling them they can sell for $280K, but no one else that has seen the property thinks it could sell for this much given the condition of the house.My husband and I have about 10 years before we'll be able to move home.

The current market conditions and the property opportunity are what have us considering that!

The current market conditions and the property opportunity are what have us considering that!

:@Adam Craig wouldn’t you guys put a as-is condition on your purchase contract?

Now, that being said, tenants are to return the property in the condition they received it minus normal wear and tear. 

Market rent in the area is around $1,800-$2,000, although working market rent out is hard as there's nothing of this size, or condition available in this pocket of the Columbus. 

Flexibility in loan terms and conditions?

Get all of them to sign the lease saying they are moving by the end of Aug and will have all of their possessions out and the place in good condition at that point.