She can move to a rental or some where temporarily if she has your cash.Option 2-start the eviction.Not sure how much you paid, but I would have withheld more than $5K. 

This property is primed for short term rental (night to night) with conservative estimates of ($40,000-$50,000) per month.

I am starting my journey to Rental Property.

@Skyler HeimerTo find a property in Santa Monica, work with your agent, use online platforms, and consider different types.

Ensure it has enough appeal to be a successful STR (short-term rental) too.

Expireds – These are people that want to sell as is shown by the fact they had listed, but for some reason the property didn’t sell, that’s where we step in Tired Landlords – Landlords who are tired of managing rentals Referrals from Agents – Some agents find properties that aren't ready for prime time and the seller doesn't have the money to fix up the property for the MLS. 

Hi BP, I’m in the process of renovating and setting up my first short term rental.

This would be our first rental.

However, once I get my own home purchase out the way, the next move is to start building a rental property portfolio. 

I plan to sell my SFH rental.