Can try Hancock Enterprises, family run dealer in Safford so pretty close to you and probably willing to negotiate a good deal for you on multiple units.

Is the realtor your best friend’s nephew’s daughter’s mom recommended getting frustrated with your multiple low ball offers?

for multiple properties over $1.6 million in back taxes....Of course I will consult an attorney - but before I do I wanted feedback on whether to pursue any further.  

Unless the end buyer specifically engages you for your help with something.

You see, we didn't put an offer down with the idea of someday owning multiple properties, or managing a variety of tenants.

I have read multiple books, listened to podcasts, read blogs/posts, and spoke with a few individuals and I am in the process of developing my plan.

Suggesting that others engage in it is irresponsible.  

The C.A.R. forms are standardized and accepted throughout the state; they have already been reviewed/approved by attorneys and have been determined to be legal; real estate agents, attorneys and judges are already familiar with them; and some (most) brokers probably require their agents to use the standard C.A.R. forms when engaging in real estate transactions.Whether it's the "best" lease, well that depends on what you need. 

You can't have multiple contracts on the same property therefore, write one contract between you and the four owners and have all four sign agreeing to the terms of the contract.

We went through multiple extensions and I thought for sure the seller would back out.