We agreed but only after they covered cleaning costs and left the property in move-in-ready condition.

This is a conventional loan where they also cover your PMI (private mortgage insurance).

Are the renters or the landlord expected to cover rent during the evacuation?

The City of Detroit is block-by-block in many Class B & C areas.In our opinion, zip codes cover too large an area.We use Detroit Neighborhoods, which are much smaller than zip codes.

However, I saw enough that I believe that the information available is so imperfect and subject to interpretation that large losses would be an inevitable part of the program, as well as large gains.  

Look into seller financing or subject to properties in the area that you want to purchase. 

Additionally, there’s always a risk that any pet-related damages could be hidden under furniture or otherwise concealed, potentially leaving us to cover the costs if the security deposit is fully depleted by other expenses (e.g., damages or unpaid rent).

One of the things we do and recommend to our clients is to purchase a home owners warranty to cover all of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing compenents.

Home warranties can sometimes cover rental properties, but it really depends on the specific terms of the warranty and the provider.

If you're subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), these deductions may be limited.