@Diane G.Rent control is coming next.  

You would gain early control, which is worth something.

a thought....you might be able to work with an investor who will buy the properties from you in a controlled closing so you can time it with the acquisition of you new property....likely cost you some equity though

Would be interested to take a look if Delaware County is getting any momentum, as well as NCC of Delaware.

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I would sub2 it to gain control ..keep the existing loan in place ,give her some walking money then once she’s out of the way ..I’d lease option the house to a good tenant and let the next person go over budget rehabbing your asset ! 

(insert throw pens, remote controls, your computer mouse at this forum post) If I haven't lost you from my absolute lack of common sense and lack of following my OWN Processes, read on as to why this was the nail in my coffin with this tenant.....A little back story- he called me up at the beginning of the month with "the story".

I work in pest control so i would take care of that as well.

Knowing what’s controllable and not is part of the process in buying.

That is completely separate Why  is tenant blaming landlord for an act of God and something out of the landlords control ?