Yes, that would change the circumstances in which the SOL would operate.

They are trying to get you to stop the eviction process by playing these games so don't stop the eviciton under any circumstance.

@Christopher TaylorWhile you are all friends; you should treat it as a business.With that said - the first thing you want to do is draft up an operating agreement/partnership agreement and an entity.The agreement should mention items some of the following itemsProfit/Loss split among partnersExit planWho will be managing the day to day businessWhat happens in the event of an unforeseen event(death of a partner/member)Who will manage Admin work/Taxes/K-1'setcFrom there, you and your friends should target a market and then contact lenders/contractors/realtors

I know i have the capacity to do this but circumstance makes it all the more difficult.

I think it worked very well for us all in this circumstance 

Don’t rent to this person under any circumstances

Depending on the property and circumstances, I usually give the seller a full 24-48 hours to respond. 

Your tax circumstances, goals, etc all should be considered when developing your plan-many times there is not just one answer.

Perhaps predatory was the wrong word to use in this circumstance, although I believe it is suitable. 

I believe in the creation of long term wealth so  under most circumstances I would buy it, fix it and rent it out.