One thing that we had was a bug book or record book of each unit that was treated and what the bug guy found.I would take this to court with me if I had a eviction action so I could prove if the tenant ever brought this up as reason for non-payment, and had proof if we treated and when. 

I told them they had to pay until we found new renters or I would take legal action to get my payment.

A listing agreement to lease the property has nothing to do with selling the property other than the leasing agreement has to continue until it expires or both parties agree to cancel it.Negotiating a lease option would typically require the payment of commission that was due for the lease action, not the purchase action. 

Any advice anyone could give me about options that I'd have or actions I could take would be greatly appreciated! 

There are tons of rental properties in my area and I want in on all the action.

I have recently started taking actual action in my investing and found a great deal after educating myself on real estate investing over the last year and some change.

Turn it into an action plan and stick to the plan.

Seeing homes flipped in your neighborhood can also be a great source of inspiration to get in on the home flipping action!

If you ever have to evict or take other action, you'll be very happy you used time tested materials designed specifically for your jurisdiction.Should also give you access to Fair Housing training. 

What are concrete action items you would suggest for the "forced savings and debt pay down" purpose?