If you have LTR experience you could push for an exception with compensating factors (credit, liquidity, time owning other real estate,).

He says to minimally get an Attorney to work for me instead of relying on my agent and our title company, since they're all get compensated on the deal getting done, not necessarily fighting for my protections. 

I think in the near future you will see more open dialogue about compensation and how you get yourself paid for your skills and time.

If the vacancy is due to location, you might require a higher ROI to compensate for the increased risk.

Their compensation typically comes from the cooperating agent's commission upon a successful purchase.The NAR lawsuit will essentially remove the automatic buyer agent commission from the MLS.

Is the victim in this situation pursuing the dog owner or you for bite compensation?

He will want compensation for doing the building and equity as well.

Your investment journey can be expedited and living expenditures can be compensated by generating rental income from the purchase of a great home in a prime location close to necessary facilities.

I would get clear on compensation, and if  you are able to invest in the deal without fees.

Plus, you want your lease agreement to fit your business model, help you to reduce costs, provide for compensation from the tenant for administrative burdens imposed on you by tenant acts or omissions, provide for procedures tenant need to take for maintenance and other tenancy issues, etc.