Should I just go back to getting the property rented out completely and then market it for sale?

The buyer will agree to pay some monthly amount higher than the market rent, to offset the cost of the property when the purchase happens.

The market for buyers on QCD is going to be smaller so you are limiting your market with a QCD but we buy/sell homes all the time via QCD just need to find the right parties.  

Not something you should DIY with just input from the internet. 

Also, avoid issues with city and S8 inspections.3) Marketing Impact - a purple bedroom doesn't need painting, but usually has to be done to attract a tenant.4) Miscellaneous - anything that doesn't meet one of the above criteria.By logically breaking these down for our owner clients, we help them make better decisions on "repairing to their budget" and avoid over-repairing or being a slumlord.Suggest you use this approach with your PMC to address the $22k bid.Lstly, how many bids did your PMC send you regarding the $2k pest treatments?

I primarily handle the marketing and rates, as marketing and hotel management are part of my background.  

The more I look into lease option, the more of a specific, niche market it appears to be, especially with the nuances of the legal ramifications if done incorrectly.

It's great that some ST rentals have a 6-month waitlist but that's the case in many markets and these listings are in the minority and most likely run by experienced short-term operators.

Spend your spare time reading, listening to podcasts, analyzing property, studying the markets, etc.2.

Both seem to have strong real estate markets, but I'm not sure which one would be better for a beginner like me.Can anyone share their experiences or insights on these markets?