we have participated in the on-line tax auction a few times and believe the process is very broken. 

@Joshua Tobin They all pay online through AppFolio.

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But properties priced and marketed appropriately can still go under contract in a matter of days.

Make sure there is nothing is writing incl text or email suggesting anything other that the lease is NOT being renewed no matter what he does.

No matter where you live, there is likely to be investing options within an hour.

Unless you are investing in a location that appreciates very well in which case it then doesn't matter as much. 

The tenant is going to leave no matter what you say, so you should figure out how to let them go while ensuring there's no loss of income.I suggest you remind the tenant they are contractually obligated to pay rent and other costs until a new tenant is found.

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I recommend seeking a few opinions on this matter before getting into contract and wasting your time.