If are confident you will receive a permit, then somethings to think about...#1 I would call the city rentals department directly and ask if the seller's license will remain active until the day yours becomes active.

You mention DTI which is fine.

The “buyer beware” philosophy is fine for commercial transactions, but taking “advantage” of home owners when they’re most vulnerable and lack market sophistication is something no right thinking person wants.  

We successfully set up the co-hosting on Airbnb where I receive the agreed upon 18% + the cleaning fee.

Renting a garden unit, for instance, could generate $1,200/month but must comply with city codes to avoid fines.4.

Georgia fines you everyday you submit a late quarterly report...

So, if a home is renting $800/month, we as the property management company receive $80 per month. 

I've received new deadlines after deadlines from Wagner and the team. 

I recently received a business loan broker certification through Lee’s system.

Some of the folks that I've received inquiries from are VERY far from meeting criteria - income, credit score or both.And @Matthew Becker, I lived in Moscow in the early 90s - went to UofI for undergrad!