@Bruce GerryBesides personal references I would ask for professional work references.

I'm looking for a Real Estate professional that has 2-10 years experience and focuses on Investment properties.

I would not require any structural improvements to the slab at this time, but I would recommend the owner maintain the following items in the future:Maintain grading around the foundation of the house per the attached specificationsKeep soil near the foundation walls moist during dry weatherExpect cracking in floor, and seal with flexible sealant when visibleThe proposed maintenance is designed to retain strength of the foundation.

All professionals I've spoken to say stay away because it's a SFR.

Regardless, all of this aids in your growth as a professional.    

Newport's book is based on the idea that professionally we can adopt one of two mindsets, 1.

He is obviously experienced in real estate, Should I use short and sweet 2 page contracts or the more "legal and professional" standard 7 page contract?

That most professionals who are Entrepreneurs understand that building your business means you need to Drive it like a Car.

You've already got some amazing value producing income, sounds like it's time to just make this investment a little more passive.Mandatory Disclaimer: While I am, obviously, a big fan of this financial tool, I am NOT a financial professional and you should absolutely do your own due diligence, talk to fiduciary (super important) financial pros and assess this option in terms of your own personal financial situation and goals.

Anyone who works for a financial institution can be a certified mortgage professional, which means they never got training in mortgages, and don't even know when they are breaking laws.