When using self help for the aforementioned repairs, the tenant must do all of the following: 1) notify the landlord in writing of the intention to correct the condition at his or her expense; and 2) wait 20 days as specified in the notice to the landlord to see if he or she complies or makes a good faith effort to comply by correcting the conditions; if it is an emergency situation and the landlord can't be reached or fails to comply as quickly as conditions require the tenant may act sooner. 3) when the next rent payment is due, submit a written statement listing actual or fair and reasonable costs of repairs made and pay the remaining rental amount owed.

I'm starting to think that maybe start moving in to a multi-unit sooner.

At 400 units you’re almost certainly dealing with professional management, part-time and full-time employees, maintenance on amenities (pool, gym, etc.) so it’s a little tough to put all of those into a simple deal calculator.

The long closing for December isn't appealing because we won't get money until closing and we would like to secure a house sooner rather than later as prices continue to rise. 

The sooner the better. 

But sooner or later, you'll have to pull the trigger and act on your plan.

@Matt Motil Unfortunately it is something that has to get done sooner rather than later.  

If your portfolio only ha properties that break even or have negative cash flow, then your DTI will likely suffer sooner than later, preventing future purchases.The key is to have a diverse portfolio that might include higher cash flowing properties that may not appreciate very well, and high appreciating properties that may break even, and everything in between. 

MWC is growing also - new Warren movie theater is going up on SE 15th and Sooner with new dining options around it.

Looking for a someone who is can help with this sooner rather than later.