Is there a way to smooth the process, especially since in this case its an all cash deal?

The major lessons here have been about how to be a landlord but overall its been very smooth.

*Cliffsnotes version:Possible pros to replacing my current tenant;-Higher rent-Better lease agreement to control tenant behavior-Get a security deposit-Start freshCons to replacing current tenant;-It may not go smoothly (ie they won't leave, eviction, etc)-I'll need to replace all the flooring and update the 1960's kitchen at great cost-I don't think I can do anything about the run down duplex/bad tenants next door

The little bit of owning a property is the most challenging(in my opinion) but once you get it running smooth, that's where you make the money.

Rental properties have a higher standard for dryer venting,, most city inspectors will require you to have smooth sheet metal duct, not any of the accordion type dryer vent hoses made of plastic or flexi metal.. and must be vented outside..I'd call city talk to inspection department and find out the regulations.. as your currently "thinking" about adding a dryer... honestly we had a huge issue with trying to install a washer and dryer in a 4 plex,, the city inspector would not permit use because we didn't have a egress window in the basement for an additional way to exit,, code required 2 exits out of basement to have a washer or dryer for use.. basically the basement was off limits. because of no 2nd point of exit we couldn't even let tenant's down there so we had to lock it off. 

If things seem to be running pretty smoothly and normal, I would still follow-up to ensure that things aren't getting glossed over and swept under the rug, but I imagine a trip every year or two would be adequate.It may also depend on how your PM works.

I'm trying to tag some of the contributors but the app isn't running so smoothly on my phone.

To connect with people who are currently managing rentals in The VillagesThank you and hope everyone's 2023 is going smoothly!

Soon I will be on my next property and just want a smooth functioning system.....Thanks for the input!

 @Nathan Gesner thanks for the link, great video on potential markets@Manco Snead Thanks for your personal experience, I really want to make it as smooth as possible.