We get commercial financing through small regional banks who often require us to make rent deposits as a condition of our loan agreement so we 'choose' whichever bank gives us financing.

YES, I say LET THEM GO HOMELESS, too damn bad, YOURE CHOICE, I really don't care if you have to live in a tent that you bought by selling your blood, YOU CHOOSE THAT PATH. 

Also, I will assume that your goal is financial freedom.Financial freedom isn't just about replacing your current income.

So, you could issue that notice as soon as the rent is late and 10 days later when you file with the magistrate it is then too late for them to pay unless you choose to accept it. 6.

I set a goal last night to buy another house within a year.

College isin't so bad - you might even be able to negogiate going part-time so you can focus your other time on working / building connections.If you are focused on real estate, maybe choose a career that you feel will advance you in your real estate career.You mention wanting to give your parents money to show your appreciation.

Distressed homes are hard to find, and I am learning that I don't have the fortitude to withstand the rehab process.My goal continues to be finding residential and commercial (office/conference space) property for rental purposes over a one- to five-year period.

What's your goal with finding a CPA familiar with the system? 

I have four more that I need to liquidate with a goal of having them all sold by the end of this year.

Our goal is to buy and hold for long-term investment.