Every step of the way it is complicated, counter intuitive, and time consuming. 

For some reason I think that this will lead to problem guests.I just don't see the need and I have never been asked.Frankly, good photos and maybe a plan layout should be sufficient.

My recommendation is to first learn in detail how the foreclosure process works in your state then you may be able to intuit how lenders strategize selling the properties. 

Open Floor Plans: The design of these homes features open layouts that feel larger and more spacious than they actually are, making them ideal for entertaining and day-to-day living.8.

Try to layout where I will put the furniture? 

can you layout your typical transaction with these folks its unclear from your post how these were set up.. are you a borrower and they are the first position lender on flip deals ???

Location... built in equity... layout How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

It is be difficult to answer in details on a post but I will give you some general info here as a guide:- The legal limit will depend on your location, layout of your house, and parking availability.

These losses depend on the layout and geometry of the system (ductwork, piping, etc) and the insulation used, the ambient temperature that these ducts/pipes are traveling through, the temperature of the air or water/glycol mix etc...  

Your property listing can also be a great way to lay out qualifying criteria (i.e credit score minimum, and require a co-signer if lower).After conducting due diligence into a particular tenants situation, and you decided to proceed with an application approval, you could require a higher security deposit.