@Bob RooksJWB does have a good reputation, have been in business a long time, and are vertically integrated.  

Consequently, you can now just pay for the MLS without any association membership by finding a Thompson broker  Use Google to seek these & other ‘MLS only brokers’ in your state. 

I am looking to seller finance my rental home to a married couple, however i we are looking for reputable law firms/ attorneys in the bay area who have experience in Seller Financing transaction.

It's called the law of unintended consequences and law makers do this all the time trying to regulate businesses they don't understand.

Instead, there will be unintended consequences that will negatively impact the very people they claim to be for. 

I fear the consequences of many doing deals like the former. 

Offer a market normal commission to buyer agent of 2-3% depending on your area and pay $99 for a reputable Flat Fee Listing company and your profit is boosted exponentially.

These detailed records, (many copies of which had to be scanned & emailed to them), saved us from any 'taxable consequences'. 

Running a real estate business together with your gf has many non-tax consequences.

Working with a reputable lender and having a solid plan for each project can significantly reduce risks.If you decide to use hard money lending, it’s important to calculate your costs and potential returns carefully and ensure that the projects you undertake align with your financial goals and risk tolerance.