Part of an engagement letter with a real estate lawyer reads like this:“Attorney makes no guarantee whatsoever as to the investment outcome of the proposed venture, and Client is advised that Client may be sued for damages by investors under many theories of law should the investment fail, even if all securities compliance matters have been correctly implemented.”

They don't have to sign on to anything, but they can't be a road block either.

Once the appraisal came in significantly lower, he had the opportunity to cancel the deal or renegotiate as the contract and the attorney review letters stated.

Just on my block I've seen three posted for sale and under contract in less than two weeks.

Block Real Estate and Marcus and Millichap have some good resources on individual markets, particularly for commercial real estate.

Get proof of funds and pre-qualification letters from your buyers in advance.

Indianapolis has a lof of good areas but it can vary block to block. 

If it's a home-run and you want the place then a simple letter to them apologizing for the misunderstanding and recognizing how much of a nuisance it is to have your home traipsed through by investors (especially during a pandemic) is.

Just contact me directly via email or phone (both below in my signature block).

I have so many questions to help me get over my own mental block on the topic.