I had a non-performing loan once where a borrower would do a deed in lieu, but there was a deceased co-borrower, and my attorney required me to go through the foreclosure process to clear title.The borrower knows you’re foreclosing and does not contest the foreclosure and “turns over the keys” to the lender.  

Quote from @Sushil Iyer: We have a SFH and a duplex that we own free and clear, and a duplex on which we have a residential mortgage.

You could post photos of a similar asethetic, but be very careful and make it very clear these are placeholder photos. 

But, since I've been in a holding pattern waiting on the Florida builds, I haven't seen a clear path forward to purchase another house while waiting for the builds to finish.That really doesn't answer the question of why you decided that your "plan" was to buy one property per year. 

But I do know our city needs a lot more of the first type.you clearly don't know me, which if I'm being quite honest with you has absolutely nothing to do with me. this is a property that is located in the village of Liverpool NY with a tenant paying beyond market rent, " If he doesn't want it or can't afford it, reward him with 60 days time to find another place, then find a new tenant that can pay what it is worth. " which I did, and he agreed to pay..................as I've stated to you before anything other is simply poor business practice. thank you for your input 

Have you read The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson and Atomic Habits by James Clear?

I have learned from experience that clear communication is far better than attempting to conceal the sale.

The plan is not clear, but hopefully there will be payments directly to landlords. 

Hire a contractor or GC with clear terms for execution and completion.Secure financing early, whether through cash, private lenders, or hard money loans, ensuring reserves are included for unexpected expenses.

Doing our best to not let our clients get caught with their pants down while still being clear that we won't be taking care of it.