Pulling comps, filling out contracts, entering data into CRM and deal analyzer tools, organizing contractors and general logistical paperwork and phone calls. 

Sometimes the gas company will come out and look at this, worth a call.

If that is the case, and you lived in that property two of the last five years calling it a owner-occupied property, than the capital gains will not hit you on anything up to $500,000 ($250,000 if single/not married).

Hello Douglas,First things first, you stated:  “Very early next year, I'll be moving to Fort Lauderdale where I'll be buying a condo during my first year there” Before you do this, make sure you speak with a knowledgeable RE agent, or you can call me, I will not mislead you; I will not be going after a commission.

@Dan Call Probably Winchester/Stephens City to start.

just call around to local banks and ask about rehab or renovation loans.

Do NOT call it a pet deposit unless you are willing to refund it.

Might want to research 'covered calls', a conservative income generating strategy.- <or> Go ahead and think about pulling it out, take the tax hit, and look to buy a good cash flowing rental.Buying rental property outside of a SDIRA is best and more tax efficient.Just my thoughts, good luck!

Frauds hate being called out. 

Tenant claims they have been documenting, which I find unusual, as they always tried to deal with me on the phone, I sent all of their calls to voicemail to force all interaction via voicemail and email so that I could document.