@Jen Breysler it wouldn't hurt to talk to a CPA that specializes in real estate so they can provide you with the best strategy based on your specific situation.

Has anyone had any luck in lowering their insurance premiums by providing the leases, that include a long list of safeguards, to their insurance company?

Additionally, rental payments from CMHA are typically guaranteed, providing a reliable and steady income stream for landlords.However, it's important to consider the potential downsides as well.

I partnered with a local company to provide a discount code to the guests should they chose to rent one.  

They can provide valuable insights and help you assess your options objectively.Use Investment Analysis Tools: There are several online tools and spreadsheets available that can help you analyze the financial performance of your rental property, including cash flow calculators and investment property analysis templates.

The worst part of being a housing provider for sure.

Maybe he can find a partner to provide risk capital in exchange for a piece of the deal?

Seems to me it would provide a more consistent face to the tenants and would streamline income and expenses tracking and payments. 

The title company gave me the contact of a firm they partner with, and requested that we use them instead as they meet their requirements, but they could not provide any explanation of why they can't write the check to the IRS, and I have already paid for the other firm's services and do not want to pay again.

What do buyers' agents provide to the transaction?