Don't just go to any attorney, you need one that is super familiar with TREC 1-4 contract and real estate law.My first thought is in Frisco, when did you get the HOA resale certificate and documents? 

After learning about the 2 options, "quiet title" action or "title certification" through Tax Title Services, I realized there are ways to ensure clear title.

It drives me bonkers how we have specialty certification for relocation agent's, luxury, water front, condo, 1st time home buyer etc etc etc but for some bizarre reason when it comes to Investment real estate brokers like to say to new agent's "oh, that's a great place to start to get some business" lol.     

The CFP® certification requires rigorous study and hands-on experience, which you seem prepared to tackle.I've been in the financial planning field for several years now and currently teach aspiring CFPs at Golden Gate University.

Any other possitive factors  - stable tenant base  - alarm systems  - regular checks on the property  - no pets  - Lead safe certification  - newer roof, plumbing, electric, etc..Anything to balance off the lossesBe prepared that it may end up in a non-standard (surplus lines) market for a couple of years.If you did not have flood coverage before, see if they will continue the current policy if you get Flood coverage and increase the property coverage deductible. 

In Gary Keller’s book, Shift, he lists 25 creative options that are most common, but barely scratch the surface:- Seller Contributions- Seller-Funded Permanent Buydown- Seller-Funded Temporary Buydown- Owner Financing- Contract For Deed- Seller Second Lease Option And Lease Purchase- Seller-Assisted Down Payment- Wraparound And Assumable Mortgage- Gift Funding- Selling And Refinancing Existing Assets- Non-Occupied Co-Borrowers- Using 401(K)- Temporary IRA Transfer- Pledged Asset Mortgage- Equity Transfer And Bridge Loan- Employer-Assisted Mortgage- Lender-Funded Buydown- Fannie Mae’s “My Community Mortgage”- Running Scenarios With Automated Underwriting Systems- Adjusting Amortization Period To Lower Payment- Adjusting Interest Rates To Cover Closing Costs- State, Province, And Local Grant Or Bond Programs- Mortgage Credit Certificate- Private LendingHe said these options barely scratch the surface.

Some areas require a C of O or certificate of occupancy for 2-3 years before applying or issuing a STR permit.

A taxpayer can generally claim that a rental property is ready if the property either receives, or is ready to receive, a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) by a state or local authority.

The city of Chicago will issue a zoning Certificate -which you have to have to close.

If you would like to be a developer you don’t need to hold any certificates or licenses.