You have to be prepared to really push yourself to extract the maximum potential value. 

I am very interested in doing creative financing with a potential buyer.

By partnering with other investors, you can leverage their knowledge, resources, and experiences to help you achieve your financial goals more efficiently.Here are a few potential benefits of partnering with others:Increased Capital: Partnering allows you to pool financial resources, giving you a stronger position to pursue larger investments and potentially increase your positive cash flow.Shared Expertise: Collaborating with experienced investors who have achieved similar goals can provide valuable guidance and insights.

Are there specific questions or criteria I should use when interviewing potential law firms to ensure they won't be as detached and unreliable as my current firm?

Even if they do, you need to consider the potential risk that your HOA votes to ban STRs in the future, which is definitely a possibility.I agree with Victor that you should put that money towards a house hack or some other rental property. 

The property includes a small house with a detached garage, offering significant potential.

Your best bet is to look toward the Midwest markets.

About a year ago, we bought a property in the Kansas City, Missouri area.The MLS listing stated the property was 1,700 square feet.However, someone alerted us to a potential error, suggesting the square footage might be smaller.

They love knowing more voters/tax dollars are potentially headed their way 3.

Regarding using funds from your LLC property business, you'll need to consult with a tax advisor to understand the implications and any potential issues with this approach.