Call an attorney and have them draft a really sound one, with modifications for your basic contingencies/scenarios. 

Even a DST is limited because of the restrictions related to modifications to the lease. 

Make one change, let the shock subside, then notify the tenants of the next modification that will be happening in 2 months or so.

I had a bank tell me that they would qualify me for a $50,000 USDA loan for 0% down but they said it has to be single family.I've thought about getting a single family that I can house hack into a multifamily with a few modifications if that's possible.

So you definitely want to hold enough money in escrow to make needed repairs and modifications if the state requires it.#2 - One last thing, have the taxes gone up yet on the new renovations?

You then might have to entertain a loan modification if they want one.

Are they working with you on the modification?

Most include a provision that states any modifications must be in writing. 

Keeping the house in CT. while moving to another part of the country would necessitate a property manager. 

Essentially, does a PM company necessitate a license, regardless of whether you refuse to take on properties belonging to landlord other than yourself?