Interestingly all were held by some type of LLC and a few were held by the same LLC.

I have 4 properties and I'm getting a CPA for 2024 since I sold one (that was the 5th property) but I held it for less than a year, sort of like a did a bad flip but I did intend to rent it out (very long story).I'm guessing the OP has two single family rentals and not some large apartment complex, if OP is still there. 

Technically the tenant could contact escrow and instruct them to stop making payments, but the money would then be held by escrow until both parties agreed upon forward action or a court ordered action.

They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.

Depending on how your properties are held will depend on what (if any) percentage needs to be counted. 

They saved money, bought a home in a neighborhood they believed in, and held on.

In fact, the true wholesaler should NOT be licensed, as they shouldn’t want to be held to any “agent” standard; they should just want to be a PARTY to the transaction.  

To answer your question about the downside or risks - there might be an existing or a possible lawsuit and you would need to be held liable for 50% of it.

I'm feeling bullied and as if I'm being held hostage and am not sure what I can legally do. 

I have an LLC structure, but I own a rental held in my personal name.