@Kristi Wolfe simply find a flipper in your area who has the deals/funnel , then simply introduce yourself say what you want to do for him , ask him what problems he needs solved , then solve them for him before you expect anything in return .

I simply say "if we decide to work together, you get access to my entire rolodex, shall we start the process"?

The language in the lease for the lease term simply says: "Lease term:  The initial term of the lease contract begins on 2/22/18 and ends at midnight on 2/28/19. 

Personally, if your story is accurate, I would simply tell them they are on the hook for rent until a new tenant is placed.

God bless, Aaliyah!

I simply self manage my own homes.

God no! 

Note: I'm not saying I would cut corners, do shoddy work or skip having work done by professionals, I am simply hoping to avoid government expense and red tape. 

God opens doors for people in order to help others.

The reason being is that you want the pre-qual there, ready and complete so that when you find the deal you can simply call and take that next step.