I'm curious if this has come up with anyone else and what I can do to help the seller in the situation to get the deal?

What is the supply and demand situation in Las Vegas?

Since they are 1099 independent contractors, payroll taxes are not paid by the brokerage so agents have to pay about 20-30% out of the portion of the commission they get to Uncle Sam for income taxes, depending on their tax bracket and individual tax situation of course.

I’ve been in your situation and have had to call dozens of banks before I found one that gave me what I needed.

Living and working overseas can present unique challenges when it comes to securing financing, but there are definitely loan options designed for situations like yours.

While I haven't remodeled the main house, it's situated in a highly desirable neighborhood.

Especially during Christmas, situations like this can feel more personal than just business. 

Hello so I am in a situation that I am trying to figure out with rentals and loans.

We're dealing with utterly incompetent property managers, but once we solve that situation, it should cash flow well...

For this, I'd recommend being prepared with the terms you're willing to accept in such a situation and staying firm.