Days wind down and now they have a (knee jerk) reaction and buy something non-optimal for a property just to avoid tax penalties.Had they been realistic starting out they would have had time to locate quality properties to buy instead of looking for a Unicorn.

As for the living trust, I'm assuming you mean to have the LLC within the trust to avoid probate?

To avoid any confusion, it’s a good idea to clearly state who’s responsible for what in the lease.

I have hired another company to handle all other aspects of my financial needs.

I've asked lender multiple times if there is any way to avoid it and they answer is a consistent NO.

Phase #1 - Recovery  - characterized by high vacancy rates and no new construction- rent, during this phase, is flat or declining- owners offer rent concessions to avoid their property occupancy rate from  decliningPhase #2 - Expansions- characterized by declining vacancy and the start of new construction- occupancy improves, concessions are not being offered, and rental rates being to growPhase #3 - Hyper Supply - characterized by new construction and vacancy rates beginning to rise - rental rates begin to grow at a slow rate- rent concession are being offerred due to the new construction in the area [in the hope of retaining current renters]Phase #4 - Recession - characterized by the completion of construction and a decline in occupancy rates - concessions are abundant to avoid high move-out rates Here are some foundational truths about optimizing your investments:#1 sow seeds of success in the down times - "The season of failure is the best time for sowing seeds of success."

You can pay a flat fee listing service a few hundred bucks to upload a listing (you'll have to answer calls, schedule showings, set up a lockbox, get a sign, vet potential buyers, avoid scammers and people trying to sell you stuff, negotiate and manage the sale yourself).

I'm moving slow with it to avoid getting someone in there I'll just have to get out if it doesn't work...thanks! 

Avoid "passive" investments, focus on "active" investments to deter risk and really prioritize quality over quantity.How much funds do you have to get this started, you'll need 10x what you have to get remotely where you want to be.

@Robert FrazierUnfortunately, you will find those consultants at every level and aspect of development.