Get with a reputable title company to get the property with clean title. 

Looking for a reputable title company not not only will help in the final stages of my refinance - but also as I move forward and continue to purchase more real estate.

Research the reputation of the HOA management company and/or interview homeowners in the community.

A small percentage would rather not work with Realtors.The advantages are, I've developed a reputation that is respectable and people know I'm an investor who likes to create a win for everyone.

Is the company reputable?

I want to pursue this deal but only if it works for both of us and so long as I can give her reputable information. 

And FWIW, your tone and complaints about something that should have "taken him 5 minutes" would give a pause to many other tax professionals who could be interested to take you as a client.These days, any professional can be easily checked online for reputation, unless it's someone brand new. 

A brokerage might have a good reputation for one aspect, but a specific office might not excel at it.

As far as a "second wave", that is manufactured for political reasons.

Start by finding a real estate agent from a reputable company.