He also strikes me as the kind of individual who genuinely enjoys being miserable.

Reality is that Memphisinvest is arguably the only genuine one.

Sometimes you do find one, then they get too busy, or something else happens in their life and now they're a not such a great vendor.I'd recommend trying to meet other local investors at REI meetups, genuinely getting to know them, then seeing if they have any recommendations.

So, take a moment to reflect on your core values and start living a life that is genuinely built right.How can you be a good steward of your gifts?

Go to every meetup you can to genuinely try to learn what other investors in your area are doing and need.

I am not against working with well-vetted tenants who are in genuine financial distress, pandemic-related or not.

I genuinely appreciate your time and response.   

Pros: He seems to be genuine.

I genuinely feel bad for these investors.  

They can provide guidance based on local laws and regulations, and help you understand your rights and options.5) Lease termination: If you genuinely believe that the situation is unresolvable, offering the option to terminate the lease might be a viable solution.