If they’re just using the stove like any normal person would, that’s on us as landlords.

Hey TylerI'd say it's important to weigh the risks and rewards when considering a house hack, especially in a market like Denver.

I am likely moving towards selling a unit of mine.

To improve ARV and rehab estimates, network with appraisers, contractors, and use tools like PropStream and Zillow for comps.

@Tim Bergstrom sounds like you are well on the right track.

The fastest legal way is likely to pay them to leave (only pay after they are out and if they left it in good condition). 

My goal is to establish mutually beneficial relationships that enhance both their careers and mine.I look forward to connecting with like-minded individuals and teams passionate about success in real estate.

If house-hacking is out of the question/you already own a primary at the very least, then that sounds like a pretty solid option/interest rate (although I might be able to beat that...).

We live in central WA less than an hour from tourist towns of Leavenworth and Chelan.I'd like to connect with private money and hard money lenders, and wholesale investors.

Since moving into another fixer-upper isn’t ideal right now, consider leveraging your $40K for a low-money-down investment, like house hacking a small multifamily or using creative financing (seller financing, subject-to, or partnerships) to avoid tying up all your capital.