I could have used that equity to purchase another rent home, however I'm married and my counterpart has weight in our decisions, so I had to compromise.  

Who do I still need for my "team", who is working good that I want to keep, and who is not working out that I need to shed.

For a couple of things, including the garbage disposal and the storage shed that was in the back yard, that clause also says that I may not replace it at all.Check with a lawyer on this, because it may not work in all states, but: I put in a clause that says the tenants waive their right to a jury trial. 

I am really looking forward to connecting with people who've been through similar situations and can shed some light on what I should be taking into consideration as I forge ahead. 

It has a nice sized garden with two garden sheds.

The inspection period or financing period where you should be able to walk and get your earnest money back if something is wrong with the property or you discover the seller is cooking the books doesn't really hold any weight anymore.

I sent the tenants notice that due to structural and safety concerns, the shed was going to be cleaned out, then locked by landlord, and they should remove any items they wish to keep to avoid being discarded.

If this can be done it will be a huge weight off our shoulders as there is no sense in paying rent for 2 places. 2.

It wasn't really legally binding, but it did give a little bit more weight and commitment to the process of  "Cash for Keys" and prevented them from bothering me after they left.  

I had texted my tenant a week or so ago asking when she was going to be able to pay her April and May rent since shed told me that she would be paying it weeks ago.