Please note I removed the tags because this post isn't intended to embarrass the author. 

Since the tenant has a rental agreement nobody else has authority to give anyone else rights to occupy the property pending the result of the eviction.

Having said that, the original author of the post do contribute a lot to answers on BP and I wouldn't take that away from him. 

Remedy after termination.If the rental agreement is terminated, the landlord may have a claim for possession and for rent and a separate claim for actual damages for breach of the rental agreement, reasonable attorney fees as provided in § 55.1-1245, and the cost of service of any notice under § 55.1-1245 or 55.1-1415 or process by a sheriff or private process server, which cost shall not exceed the amount authorized by § 55.1-1247, and such claims may be enforced, without limitation, by initiating an action for unlawful entry or detainer.

. $50+K is too much damage to not do anything especially if he is a person in a position of authority and can cause problems for others.I'm curious.

And, if you don't want the best candidates for purchase but just want to exercise that authority you think you have by being the owner, that is up to you.

Operating Agreement: This document should outline each partner’s investment, share of profits/losses, decision-making authority, and exit strategy.

Prop 33 repeals Costa-Hawkins, allowing cities unlimited authority to impose any rent control they want. 

The city’s diverse economy and growing population create a steady stream of tenants, and the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) works well with landlords, making inspections and rent payments a smooth process.

When money is in escrow it is legally still YOUR money and since you didn't close the deal you didn't sign anything giving them authorization to release it to anyone else.