@Cami GrantIf you start your first home by investing in land, you can earn it through the Internet, market research, education, networking, research, risk management, and goal setting.

Holding a tenants hand and talking them through a rent increase is not necessary and not professional .

Use professionals. 

I have a network who might be able to help.

She's kind, diligent, and professional.

I think it is great to network and gauge interest for when a deal comes but bring them something before you take money because if you take the money first it is idle and they are getting no returns while it is sitting there unless you can pay some return out of pocket which I am sure you aren't doing because you are using OPM. 

Came across the real estate professional status which could help her in convincing her to let go of her w2 (with tax savings).

Another option could be to submit a conditional offer that each of those items are fixed before closing by a licensed and insured professional (if that is important to you).

Overreactions to professional advice is the sign of errors to come.

I’m seeking advice on how to professionally part ways with a long time tenant of mine.