I used Tim Hero as broker on my last STR purchase in the Space Coast of Florida.

I don't think I can ask the seller to evict prior to purchase, although that would be the best scenario.

If Landlord has filed an eviction due to Tenant’s Default or other breach, including breaching for non-payment of Rent, regardless of the outcome or disposition by the court, Tenant agrees, upon request, that the court shall make a determination who the prevailing party is in any eviction and whether any attorneys' fees and court costs sought by any party are reasonable.

Purchase price: $655,000 Cash invested: $40,000 Sale price: $770,000 Purchase and hold.

Purchase price: $160,000 Sale price: $170,000 Contributors: Peter Vekselman Partner Driven and Jamari Sprueil secured this Dover Ct property in Riverdale, GA, for $160,000 and successfully sold it for $170,000 on the same day.

We purchased the land that we are bringing into the deal. 

Quote from @Parker Bullard: I'm looking to purchase my first investment property and need help figuring out a strategy that will work for me.

I strongly advise anyone purchasing an old house to flip to ensure they have a clear understanding of the condition of the home's drainage system.

With those in mind, would a portfolio purchase get you there quicker, maybe. 

I purchased a 3 family in Newark NJ in March of this year, and am curious about looking into this form of insurance as a way to further protect myself.