I have smelled it in the halls and in the other tenants air vents.

I agree with Miguel, build your system, then hire a virtual assistant and train them how to use it.

However, I see this as a vertical integration and bringing more capabilities in house to make more money instead of hiring an outsider firm. 

Hire a public adjuster. 

However, once you decide to hire a true tax professional (and not one from AL), you will discover that your $1,500 tax preparation price without a partnership suddenly turned into a $3,500 price with the partnership.

Hire an attorney and proceed with the eviction.In the future, I recommend you don't accept "landlord references" from friends or family members.

All my properties are paid off, I did try to go the rout of hiring a property manager (two actually) and it was sooo bad.

Leasing is a specialized skill—PMs deal with this daily, making them far better equipped to handle applications, verify income, conduct background checks, and evaluate a tenant’s overall suitability.Protecting Your Investment:The cost of a bad tenant can be far greater than the cost of hiring a professional.

@Andrew Self there are attornies you can hire to resolve your credit issues.

Mainly my sister is the main admin and we hire a facility manager for reach house.