Whether the seller was open to a buyer commission or not, I wouldn't put an additional cost into any personal purchase.  

I am here to create a business strategy that protects personal and business investments and mitigates risk,  procure a coach or mentor, and set up tax strategies to create long-term wealth for myself and my family. 

And what if the one person you didn't check has a criminal background, has collections, and more?

While personal loss is difficult and understandable, running a business that directly impacts property owners requires a contingency plan.

I know a couple of the Realtors on the team at Suncoast Property Management, Acquisitions & New Construction Manager, Gretchen Kornutik, REALTOR® - Good person.

Any recommendations on Houston REI groups that meet in person or virtually?

I typically don't comment on other's businesses unless I know from personal experience.

For instance, said property manager manages maintenance issues, problems that arise during bookings, basically anything that needs a physical person at the property, while I manage the rest?

Be prepared to follow up multiple times, using different forms of communication—calls, emails, and if possible, in-person visits to their office.

It does have Power dialer and when leads come in, I know it's from that person that integrates with my CRM.