Reports to credit bureaus.

It depends on how the transaction is structured, and the history of the title and timing. 

So without knowing the listing history, I would say to try to ride it out a month or two more.

Two, you'll have a much easier time obtaining a mortgage product if you have a track record of W2 income.In the meantime, continue implementing the strategies you mentioned: save religiously, build your credit, pay any existing debt owed, etc.

Should We:Sell, take advantage of the capital gains law, move, and pay the mortgage off on the new house, credit cards, etc…?

I consulted with a real estate lawyer a few times this year who said it's very hard to sue for negligence and they advised against taking legal action, especially since the property manager at least followed through on the eviction and repairs.I've now asked the property management company to apply a $4k credit for all the challenges I've had working with them.

Credit is in order and I have a steady income.

Quote from @Griffin Malcolm: Open an LLC and apply for a small business line of credit from Key Bank.

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

I do direct booking through the Houfy website, taking credit card payment by Square.