Will any of the parties to the transaction inquire if I have the licenses to conduct this business? 

For the most part I don't think it is that hard and not as hard as most people think.#2. 

I would have all interested parties apply.

I have the ability to lower the price until the deal makes sense for both parties...  

I would put every MDC Clerk of Court sales record (date, case number, address/PID, opening bid, winning bid, AV, etc.) into a spreadsheet, along with the names of the 3rd party bidders.

Gemini AI can help:Key features of an Ohio Land Contract:Installment Payments: The buyer agrees to purchase the property through regular payments over time, rather than a full upfront payment.Seller Holds Title: The seller retains legal ownership of the property until the full purchase price is paid.Agreement Length: The contract typically extends beyond one year.Property in Ohio: The land in question must be located in the state of Ohio.Improved Property (usually): Land contracts in Ohio normally involve property with a dwelling on it (a house).Here are some additional points to consider:Recorded Contract: A valid land contract must be recorded with the appropriate county recorder's office.Contract Content: The contract should include specific details like the names of the parties, property description, purchase price, payment terms, and down payment amount. 

If they don't want to budget for contingencies like that, then it's a disaster waiting to happen for all parties involved.

Later, rules were changed requiring the broker obtain the acknowledgement and permission of all parties to operate as an intermediary rather than an agent of one party. 

Sounds like things are pretty steady for the most part. I

I'm a little late to this party, but I would definitely consider leasing it and trying to get some of your money back over since rental rates, I believe, are near all time highs, especially in Cleveland.