If this post sounds like it's lacking not substance that's because I have no clue on what I'm doing.

There was a problem and you solved.

Once you find that out try to structure it so that your proposal solves their problem and is a win-win.They may want out of the property now, but not necessarily need a lump sum payment for a few years.  

You have no clue what you are talking about.

I would buy with HML or cash if you have and Fix the Issues and Rehab if you really want the property and works for you is one way of solving your issue.

You can always go up, but rarely can you go back down.Identify people's problems, and figure out how you can solve it with the best solution for you both.Have a good relationship with your closing attorney or title company.

My realtor had no clue....

I understand there a whole host of new problems to solve when you get that big.  

Reasonable people will react to reasonable documentation.Write a brief letter to explain what happened and how YOU solved it, including a copy of the check used for payment. 

Everyone is investing in real estate these days and very few have a clue about what their doing.