That area can be pretty tough with tenants. 

To remedy this for next time I am in the process of creating a design board that can be used as a base for future flips.

He teaches them his method, lets them handle the planting, and trusts the process.

Losing control of the process matters. 

The process is a lot easier if you find the right agent.  

You could find someone in the process of liquidating their portfolio and needs someplace to put their funds. 

If that is the case it would require a 1031 which is just another layer to the process but ultimately not really that complicated.Without knowing how much repair work would be needed it's difficult to give specific advice.

This allows them to navigate a familiar interface, making the process smoother and more convenient.

As the project manager, I learned a tremendous amount throughout the process.

We've provided this proof MANY times and had cases dismissed against our clients.Your PMC could have handled this better, but since you took over the process, you probably have no case against them.