If you can get 10 or 20 landlords to kick in $100, you can have a lawyer review the docs and laws and regardless of the review, send a letter threatening legal action. 

Text and verbal agreements are legally binding in Virginia (where the rental is).I really believe she initially intended it to be a year long renewal, as she also remarked she was very happy, as it is only a block walk for her daughter to school.She now has a boyfriend (he hasn’t moved in), and a house they want to move into together, so she is giving notice.

How can I structure the contract or investor payout terms to ensure they feel secure and confident in receiving a solid ROI?

I work full time and have partnered with others in DFW on assignment of contract deals for a few years now.

I suspect contracts in most states are similar. 

With insurance rates stabilizing due to legal reforms, I just don’t see a crash happening anytime soon.

They have a very combative personality and are legal minded. 

There is a banner on the top that states "Listing cannot be published without a Zillow Advertising Contract," I filled it out but have gotten no email confirmation or estimated time of completion. 

I have one more under the contract now there which closes in oct first week too.

We are purchasing a duplex (just went under contract for it), and she will live in one unit and the other has a long term tenant.