Fayetteville, NC, a city very similar to Killeen, has a similar reputation). 

I would be willing to partner, however I have not had the opportunity to do so at this point.My question is for anyone who has insight, or has been through the experience of making the decision whether to move from a small family practice, to a larger more reputable firm?

In the amendment and in this exact wording we requested "Buyers requests that all work be done by licensed professional/reputable company and copies of all work-orders/receipts for repairs" and "All repairs should be completed on or before 7/16/2018" .

Google Dallas Kidd and Under Pressure or PM me and I can give you his website.We have also heard good things about @Michael Belman with M&M Property Pros - he's here on BP somewhere.We have other construction suppliers that have installers. 

Go to REIA meetings and start networking to find reputable wholesalers and let them know what you are looking for and where you need to be on them.

This why vetting upfront is so important.On the other hand, a larger contractor may have real assets in the company or even a reputation that they want to protect so they want to find away to avoid getting into legals which waste time and money for them.With respect to contract size, in reality anything under 100K is not worth a full blown lawsuit as the legals will eat you alive even if you win; small claims court may be your best bet if you are OK managing the process or maybe using a paralegal.On the emotional side, I strongly urge you to put that aside.

I'm trying to stay ahead of the process by looking for a reputable and trusted home inspector now.

I worry that it hurts my reputation as a landlord since I trusted TurboTenant.

You don't want to strain any relationships with the seller or else you could develop a bad reputation. 

If you network with your local investor groups you should be able to find someone that is reputable in your community that does private lending.