Solid B + SFH, ranch in an A townHad to evict our first T near end of the term but since the have had success with our choices. 

Maybe at very high incomes it's beneficial.  

I don't mean at all that your choice to sell your airbnb biz is a bad choice-- It sounds like you have reflected on the options and made the choice that is right for you. 

Not sure if I have a choice in this situation- any suggestions?

Would you say becoming a real estate agent is beneficial for gaining knowledge in the real estate field before becoming an investor?

I agree I think it is beneficial to do a deal on my own first, not only for my sake but also to help draw in L

My choices right now seem to be walk away and lose the deposits or live with this a$$hole for an unknown amount of time without any income.

I mean, I want the property to be convenient to my renters...but it doesn't have to fit my commute time.Buying a primary home that does NOT need work will open up so many other choices for me that will fit my personal needs.

For me the separate investment property was the right choice, when I was ready.   

But if you do not have another place to live, and have the income, I personally don't think selling is the best choice, either.First, it will generally cost between 7-9% to sell ($206k × .08 = ~$16,480), so you would most likely have to bring money to the table.