You're asking the $1,000,000,000,000 question - there's no right answer, but there's only the right answer for *you* because its so subjective. 

So, again, why wouldn't the landlord want additional coverage from the tenant's policy?

if it’s illegal today, I don’t want inspector to show up and have more problemsI read about houses build before 1957 so if in current condition I would go to the city to get permitted, would 7ft ceiling still be a problem?

You will also discover the warranties don't cover as much as you think, and claims are often denied.Home warranties are so bad that most professional property managers will not manage a property with one in place.

Republicans blocked it passing last year so they didn’t give democrats a win before the election.

So a loss of about 55k We did a lease to own option so I could immediately take over expenses but keep their primary resident loan and interest rate.We agreed to a deal which would cover all their expenses at closing, their remaining loan balance, and $45,000.

If a DSCR then questions are prepayment penalties and other terms of the loan so you understand what you are getting into. 

However, many states now require some version of a license to wholesale, so I'd identify a market first and then dig into their specific wholesaler requirements. 

Adam - I know you posted this a while ago so things might have changed, but I'm invested with Broadstreet and have a relationship with some of their team so let me know if I can help in any way!

I’m open to paying the $20K to bring the mortgage current, but I want to ensure my position is protected.If the deal falls through, how can I secure my $20K so I’m not left out of pocket?