I know that if I did pursue eviction with one weed smoker, that a new tenant could be a weed smoker as well and I'd be fighting a never ending battle. . . because I nor you, would know if a tenant is a weed smoker until they move into the unit.  

So, pursuing litigation has its advantages.

Should I continue mediation or pursue legal action (considering the time and costs involved)?

This price point will determine what markets you can invest in, what type of projects you can pursue, or if you want to hold off completely and save more.

Just awful to hear man, you may need to pursue legal action?

Hey Aaron - that's so exciting and love that you're pursuing the fix and flip strategy.

Thanks for the thread Anna & Marlo,We are pursuing "Shared Ownership" with a small 4-plex. 

My vision includes developing the land into a destination with features like driveways, walking paths, utilities, and unique lodging structures.Here’s my tentative plan1.Place the existing STR in an LLC2.Apply for an SBA small business loan to fund the next steps, including a feasibility study (~$10k+), land clearing, and infrastructure development.While this direction excites me, I’m torn between pursuing this venture and continuing with a more traditional approach—buying one home per year using conventional loans.I’d love to hear your thoughts:•Has anyone transitioned from STRs to glamping or similar ventures?

A bit strange that you leased the commercial spaces knowing you would be pursuing a conversion but understand the objective of taking out your capital partner and I see in your follow up post the relocation language so you clearly thought through the transitional phase.

I love real estate and the Richmond, VA area, which is why I wish to pursue a career that can educate me on how I can invest in real estate in the future in Richmond.