I would need to review the contract language regarding title defects but my bet is it could quite easily be argued that this is on the buyer.One option perhaps not considered -- accept the easement and close cash.

Can anyone give me a candid review to ensure that I wouldn't get burned from this VA company  me and my partner can testify, closing our 2nd for the month in 10days, $11k spread that we anticipate 

We help our clients do exactly that — evaluate properties objectively, stick to their buy box, and make sure every deal fits their long-term goals.If you'd like to see how we structure our analysis or want to review a few sample deals, we’re happy to share insights.

I haven't reviewed the Standard Lease Agreement yet, but all I need is the right to sublet, and possibly some negotiated capital responsibilities (owner pays for repairs over a certain amount or split responsibilities on certain expenses).

(We use RingCentral, but you need scale to justify cost)We can do a quick review of your PM agreement, but we don't cohost.

Your question in (1), my simplest answer is this is why you're not ready to be a Managing Broker, your lack of knowledge, insight and comprehension in this regard. 

Only by reviewing past buy/walk decisions and market decisions will I be able to hone my chops for future decisions.

So if you are going to be a host that outperforms your competitors and want to get fabulous reviews, there isn’t complete down time if you are self managing at the highest level.

One day, the manager called my wife very excited about an application they’d just reviewed.

I recommend looking into passive pockets and the syndication forums https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/960 for reviews on syndications.