If you plan to resell, I think it's wise to discuss with seller in advance and that way the lien on the property can be transferred to second buyer, but you can continue to make payments at the former schedule etc.

All the while continuing to make the scheduled payment on the primary.Got it now? 

I’d like to continue with real estate investing despite its challenges.

My goal is to continue to acquire more cash flowing rentals to eventually leave my day job and just self manage the rental properties. 

I continue to get stuck at this step Thank you for asking the question!

Will you continue to add units2.

We normally do not seek judgement due to the expense that is involved, even after you win you have to continue to renew the judgement every year.We put them in collections and have it hit all three credit bureaus.

Obviously if I held all these properties long term I could continue to 1031 from property to property and indefinitely defer long term capital gains.

I strongly recommend that you set clear financial goals and maintain a continuous learning mindset.

They are a great financin goption if your goal is to continue to scale.