Not sure if there is anything else but an attorney can advise other steps to protect yourself. 

Airbnb offers more protections than it's often given credit for, and staying within their system can help mitigate some of the risks. 

I have consumed a massive amount of podcasts and am excited to take the next steps, but am having trouble deciding the next step to take (strategy).

The outcome will depend on the consumer’s priorities.

There is strong evidence of slowed consumer spending.

A properly structured syndicated offering will be an LLC as is, therefore, from an asset protection standpoint, there is very little point to forming an LLC just to participate on the LP side.Now, if you are trying to pull partnership money and charge the partnership a management fee, which sort of makes you a feeder fund into the syndication, then there are a whole host of questions for an attorney. 

.- If still skeptical, ask for personal references from employers, community leaders, or other respected individuals who can vouch for their character and reliability.By using these methods, you can make a more informed decision about renting to this couple, giving them a fair evaluation while also protecting your interests as a landlord.

I’d love to hear more from anyone with experience on this lawyer versus escrow company issue and how to protect your money while in escrow.   

Since you have a pool and fireplace, it’s essential to include specific clauses addressing the use, maintenance, and liability related to those amenities to protect yourself legally.

But make the lease arms length.And if liability protection is an issue then she could sell as herself and buy as a "disregarded entity" LLC.