If the owner is open to hearing options then you can lead the way with your terms and balloon structure and see how they feel about it.

You're looking for a system like Batch Leads.

Maybe I was lucky that I have started investing before information became ubiquitous on the internet.The biggest fear (being cash flow negative) is not even a real threat, because it is manageable and it will fix itself over time.

Whats funny is 20 years ago my net worth was negative and I would eat out all the time, now I have a few bucks in my pocket and I cannot remember the last time we went out to eat that was not a special occassion. :) .  

You can learn to do this independently or get a rockstar REALTOR to lead the way.

One thing I am hearing is I need to be Lead Based Paint certified, even if only the contractor does all the work.

The goal is not to evict but to get them to pay but you need to protect yourself and sometimes tenants need negative reinforcement.

With its unique Tex-Mex menu and brand appeal, Chuy’s has already established itself as the leading full-service Mexican chain, providing Darden a foothold in the rapidly growing Mexican cuisine sector.As the company looks to expand Chuy’s, it faces challenges in competing with local operators and navigating consumer preferences.

I can imagine it going the other direction really quickly if you get "negative" section 8 tenants and a poor Housing Authority. 

I'd be direct, saying I don't put up with any BS, and I see a lot of BS on his record, recent BS, tell me about this, is this just you being you or are you turning a page realizing poor choices lead to poor results and a poor life.