This isn't a requirement but best practice since we don't have public transit.We have two homes on septics.

I’m looking to understand industry standards and best practices.

Without question, do not open escrow or transfer funds without going through a Real Estate Law Firm. 

Frustrated after 12 months, I finally told the judge during a zoom court hearing that I'd done everything required by law and requested by the court, and that I was now asking that the judge evict the tenant.

The emotional part takes time to develop, but the more you consciously practice it, the better.  

I moved to Plano right after that new law passed. 

Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.

Keep in mind the law is new, and many cities are still working out the kinks in it.

For example, laws vary from state to state so knowing where you are talking about makes a difference.

Update: We ended up backing out of the commercial deal, way too many issues going on and shady practices that we were not comfortable engaging with.Now the question is what to do with the chunk of money left after we pay taxes.