It is simply a matter of acknowleging that contractually title will be good to go at a named date in the future.

They wonder why the property doesn’t rent quickly and can’t command top market rent when the kitchen and baths are dated, and the property overall vibe/aesthetic is lacking luster. 

Do the dates stay the same each year?

As most of you know, the National Association of Realtors set a date of August 17th, if not sooner (depending on the state) to be the day that ALL states change the way buyers work with agents (somewhat).

It's been hard to find with these higher interest rates but date the rate and marry the property if you find the right home because you can refinance down the road but once rates come down there will probably be more competion to buy the home.   

Do I need to get a lawyer involved for our court date? 

Can I back date a lease for my unit for about 3 months ago when I moved into the property?

I would have placed the date on the calendar and on that date I would have inquired if the offer was still available and whatever date the experienced person had, I would have made sure I was available.  

Depending on the facts and circumstances of the agreement, it could either be treated either1) the sale occurs as of the original agreement date, and then your taxable gain is generally spread out over the life of the principal payments as an installment sale (although I should mention any depreciation you've taken on your property could affect this), or2) the sale does not occur until the lease option is exercised, and gain reported at that time.

How do you keep track of insurances expirations, taxes dates, equity growth per house, rental growth in your area ?