Additionally, I'll continue to build equity in the other home with a renter.Now, I may be able to make $10,000 if I sold the home but it just seems as if building the equity would be a better option. 

The other option is find a home that's not a short sale.

I sold this property on a lease option/contract for deed conversion and refinanced the house out of my hard money loan.

Depending on the area you may need a pool or hot tub since in some locations pretty much every STR has one option.

It is crucial for investors to carefully evaluate their options and make informed decisions when dealing with insurance claims and property restoration.

.- Buyers will have more (and less) options.

It may just be a matter of what kind of lifestyle I'd like... but wondering if there are more lending options to use that equity that I don't know about/creative financing that may make it more interesting to hang on to.

Toll toll-free number is the option but people don't respond toll-free.

With your May listing and July move-out plan, your agent can suggest strategies for a smooth sale within your timeframe, including flexible closing options.

Michaelis Corp has a good rep locally but you have quite a few options.