I don't know the DLP side of the story but it appears as they are trying to force a sale that would wipe out the LP equity and investments. 

If that is one of the only contractors and the lien is considerable that’s another story - but not enough info to tell

Quote from @Lolo Druff: I've heard horror stories about awful property management companies and am looking for a REFERRAL for a trusted source from an investor.

Tell them to get out in seven days, use the deposit for unpaid rent, cleaning, and repairs.

Thank you in advance for any advice, stories, or pointers you can share!

I love the story of your artist friend, honestly it never came to mind to incorporate the two together for a marketing hook!

A "professional" tenant can draw out an eviction and and strip anything of value from the home, costing you tens of thousands without batting an eye.There are stories of people living in a home for over a decade without paying a dime.

Let me share a story about another investor I worked with.

He started doing small, low-key investor dinners where everyone could swap stories and insights, no hard pitches, just good conversation.

@Jay Hinrichs  https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics/biden-raises-federal-funding-initial-los-angeles-fire/story?