Seek out areas where rental demand has historically been steady.Attend meetups and networking events in the Richmond region to make connections with nearby real estate investors.

Seek Legal Advice Reach out to a lawyer who can guide you through the specific laws in your area.

It sat vacant for 2 years while being fixed due to a small kitchen fire and the need to seek a public claim adjuster.

Alongside my academic pursuits, I also helm a reputable research firm, where we analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and deliver actionable insights to our clients.In line with my passion for real estate and my background in finance, I am actively seeking opportunities to collaborate with like-minded investors on commercial real estate ventures.

I think you need to get a better understanding of what things cost in the area and if things are priced too high, you need to seek more quotes.

The limited liability protection you are seeking is a legal matter, so no other profession that you interact with has a fiduciary responsibiliyt to care. 

. :-) Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I guess you could keep refiling the deed to show change in fractional ownership...Obviously, this requires some serious looking over and structuring from a qualified professional or two, doubly so since it coming out of probate. 

Or seek a renovation loan or personal loan from a lender?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?