They got evicted for not paying rent and eventually left, but on their own terms.

When you use a Realtor (especially one who invests themselves, don't fall for I'm an investor 'friendly' agent..of course they are, most will take a sale wherever it comes from and by shear numbers, they are bound to sell to an investor eventually.

That cost is better than constantly leaving time against you, as it's inevitable you'll get burned eventually.

My goal is self manage our soon to be long term rental and then eventually build a brand around unique STR's, I waant to create freedom for our family, and eventually replace our active income with something that scales and gives us peace of mind.I’m here learn first and foremost but i am also looking to build a team.

I have two other units in the building which I will eventually do the same thing with upon natural turnover.

Eventually...pretty much all of it.

If it goes well, you can eventually convert all units to this model to increase your cashflow. 

(This is temporary.)Goals:Start investing in STR, LTR, BRRRR, small multifamily, or possibly flips.Open to out-of-area markets given how crazy expensive the local market is.Long-term goal is to build $4K+/month (and eventually more) in passive income so I can step back from the W2 grind and spend more time with my kids.I’ve started attending a local REI group and figured it’s time to post here and ask: Given my situation, what strategy would you recommend starting with?

We could have purchased for 275ish prior to being listed - house eventually sold on MLS AS-IS at 325.

From putting together a group of investors, completing the purchase, adding value to the property, and eventually liquidating at a profit.