I have read I will need to use a third party service to make this happen.  

Once you go with a minimum 6 month lease your turnover costs, potential damage, make ready costs, repainting and repair costs, all go down dramatically.  

The inventory is also very old, so prepare for heavy Capex (but it sounds like youre ready for that anyway).

@Alejandro Martinez Awesome, yeah, reach out to me whenever you’re ready!

This was an interesting thread to read!  I

Assuming the contract is valid, enforceable, and the buyer can prove (s)he was ready, willing and able to close, a summary judgment might be awarded granting the request.While every litigant has a right to appeal an adverse judgment, not every request for the appeals court to hear the matter will be granted. 

When I returned she was ready for our first house hack. 

Do your homework first - then you'll be ready for a more meaningful conversation with a landlord.Best...

When ready, start with a small property, near home, with enough capital in reserve to handle adversity.  

If you plan to manage remotely, then find a good PM or have a trusted team that can inspect your property regularly - and be ready to pay them.