Also, the contractor is not an investor and doesn't look at how to address the issues in the same way as an investor would.

Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Does anyone know how I would be able to find an address of someone who recently passed away other than driving to city hall and going to public records?

@DanHeimer I don't show that you've ever attended one of my events, but happy to address your claims.  

This step must be done carefully to avoid further damage.Structural Repairs: Address any structural damage first, including the roof, walls, and foundation.Systems Repair: Repair or replace electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems as needed.Interior Restoration: Once the structural and system repairs are complete, focus on restoring the interior, including insulation, drywall, flooring, and fixtures.Safety and Health Concerns:Air Quality: Ensure proper ventilation and air quality during and after the restoration process to remove smoke odors and contaminants.Mold Remediation: Check for and address any mold growth, which can be a common issue in fire-damaged properties due to water used in firefighting.Final Inspections:City Inspections: Coordinate with the city for final inspections to ensure that the property is safe and habitable.Fire Department Clearance: Obtain clearance from the Fire Department confirming that the property is safe to occupy.I hope this helps, best of luck!

However, whenever any issue came up anbout the home, I addressed it immediately.  

One thing I realize now is that i received the tenant rolls with names addresses etc so I have tenants in place, with leases however only 1 tenant out of 4 is actually paying.

Further, he's using an @gmail.com email address—don't get me wrong, I run my RE business through my primary @gmail accounts set up for the LLCs, but as a legitimate tax-paying lending company? 

The fact that she came back saying you were racist rather than something like 'oh no I put down my email address by mistake'-which I can see happening, says something. 

That would help you to address such issues at your end.