Hopefully it’s not combined with the landlord hatred.)It sounds more like an attempt to either admit they made a mistake or have to do any work to fix their problem.  

The areas you mentioned, like East Point and West End, sound promising.

Sounds like you are just asking for trouble.

Hey Jack, That's sound parameters.

Quote from @Cari Sweet:  This sounds like a case for Fair Housing- Familial Status discrimination. 

So it sounds correct to collect all amounts into my business account then and send a 1099 to the owner reflecting what they received minus the PM fee?

You said that you are applying for an FHA loan so it sounds as though you'd be living in one unit. 

While I’m still in the early stages, I’m incredibly motivated to learn, grow, and surround myself with like-minded individuals who can help guide me along the way.What drew me to real estate is that I saw it as the best route for me and family to have financial freedom.

It sounds like there's a good bit of equity in the property, that's a good thing.

Sounds like you and your wife are off to a great start with your STRs in Blue Ridge.