I'll definitely check out the podcasts and start opening some discussions with a lender :)

Now this being said, should I prorate rent for them for a day (I feel like I don't really need to), or should I just recommend that they stay out of the house for a few hours, and I tell the painter to make sure all windows are open and the fan is on while he paints?

I am exploring my next real estate move, and open to all types of asset classes (multi-family, commercial, farmland etc) and abroad. 

I use these frequently and see sellers very open to them as opposed to a full inspection contingency. 

As you clear out these options start opening up your criteria a little and run the numbers on those houses.

I’m currently licensed in 22 states and working for a small lender, although the goal is to open my own broker shop in the nearish future.

As far as renting out the extra rooms, just be open about how the space is used.

Ugly so it's completely open, and has one hell of an open floor plan.

I've opened up a property management company to manage the properties that I own (with my team of investors).

Then some months later he left his windows opened in a storm causing damages to my property and his belongings.