However, the profile thoroughly communicates they smoke a lot of weed.

I'd check dates of values and method of valuation.

Pay no mid to a legal shield letter it is just the tenant communicating with you on a lawyer's letterhead. 

My general method is to assume (in the beginning) a sudden and drastic depreciation in order to stress test the financials and make sure the risks are managed properly to my risk appetite, which is quite hedged.

Understanding the calculation method and concept of each, and learning how to select properties for investment based on yields is important.

If you want to potentially save some cost on MLS purchase then you can communicate directly with listing agent and go unrepresented.

My method of funding my own projects was using private lenders, so I knew the process fairly well.  

"Defamation is a communication that injures a third party's reputation and causes a legally redressable injury." 

Pick a strategy or method and jump in. 

We also see the struggles you face:Disgruntled customers due to communication breakdowns and scheduling mishaps.Frustrated employees missing deadlines because of complex systems.Recurring service issues stemming from a lack of standardized procedures.Unhappy technicians dealing with unclear pay structures and disputes.The constant threat of legal and financial trouble from non-compliance.You wear many hats, and there just aren't enough hours in the day.