There could be a slight issue with the mortgage lender but that is not a major issues.You also have other issues when it comes to estate planning if one of you becomes disabled, dies, gets divorced or is just sued for some event unrelated to the house.

If it states that it automatically reverts to a month-to-month or a renewal period equal to the original, then again local law will dictate what you need to do.In either event, once you have given the proper notice, or in the case of a fixed term lease where no further notice is required, local law should also spell out what it will cost your "Holdover" tenant if they are not out on the date specified.

You could also attend any RE related groups or events and start talking to people.

He and I attend some common events.

He told me it was less "risky" finding a renter or buyer for a SFR than to find someone to purchase a daycare center, in the event I go under.

Use a licensed electrician or you may become liable in the event of a fire or electrocution.

Well, it may be a little late for you, but in any event- look at the escutcheon plate for your faucets (the cover plate behind the handle).

Some countries have issues with prior events.

How was the event?

In addition to all the great suggestions, you could attend and even get a booth at some large RE investing events to market the property.