Tel them you sold it and then start asking them random questions that make me seem like I am totally insane

We have the material on site, contractor doesn't have to pick it up. 

You picked a good week to meet other investors: the RPA is hosting their annual RPA-CON Friday and Saturday in Milwaukee.

Now understand, I am not picking on you, I am simply explaining the process you are going  into.

All Landlords risk tenants damaging the home, but a NICE home attracts NICE tenants so the fact that you've made the home very NICE means you should be able to take your pick of applicants.

Right now its slim pickings in real estate for properties that will cash flow or see any significant appreciation. of course they are always out there but a lot harder to find.The other question is why do you want to continue to grow?

Debt financing will be slim pickings

We picked up the home for a large discount as the estate wanted to close the deal.

Ask for references which are hand picked by the GP?

Some of my clients in this scenario literally just pick-up the phone, tell the seller of their specific property they are interested and they are well qualified, and see if there is some kind of fit.