There have been quite a number of red flags and warnings in this thread and many of your responses tend to be, "but what about this and this is why that is" leading me to believe you have already made up your mind that moving forward is a good idea so I wont try and change your mind but again, warn you that some things in this syndication are outside the norm and the promised rates of return (STR's in the package included) are abnormally high leading me to believe that the investors will have a much higher chance of disappointment than satisfaction.

I've encountered several folks who have been hurt by Robert's misdeeds and I was wondering if that has affected all of his deals. 

This could potentially help you avoid the restrictions you’re encountering with Fidelity.

Because it takes repetition for people to remember things and you have to be top-of-mind when they encounter a potential client for you!

For example, you could offer a special deal like, “Stay two nights in August and receive a s'mores package or tickets to a local restaurant or waterpark.”You might also think about donating a week to a previous guest or a family in need.

Has anyone encountered this issue or know of any other way to go about this or even have someone they can recommend we reach out to? 

It is career ending.Take the time to learn the law, know how to verify ownership and reduce the trouble you will encounter along the way.

I can usually save a decent amount, especially if I keep eyes out for deals and buy when these items are priced most competitively and not necessarily when I need them.Using the bathroom remodel apartment as an example, I will spend $1,500 more per unit than most of my competitors who renovate in the same market but that $1,500  (5% of my apartment renovation budget) gets me  oversized soaking tub in most units, nicer tiled bathrooms, counter tops that don't look like every other apartment in the neighborhood & a step up in appliance package and better quality fixtures.

Not only do most property managers have tenant procurement packages, but you can allow self-showings.

I'm previously self-educated but the Essentials package I signed up for has been so far so good that I will be getting the Advanced Investor Training packages soon.