Both tenants acknowledged the situation and complied with the arrangement.This strategy proved effective as it underscored transparency and fairness.

Those homes are built, in a very cheap way, to comply with the federal HUD code. 

If they don't comply THEN you send a notice that eviction is starting...Our magistrate says certified is fine even if they refuse it.

I have to be conscientious in complying with the Fair Housing regs in order to keep my RE license.

Given that your borrowers have been in default a long time, I'd like to know if you will be able to go directly to sending and recording the NOD, or if Trustee Corp advises a waiting period to comply with the new laws.

@Jean Paul Rousseau There are additional regulations that need to be complied with and additional calculations to apply toward credits and such.

Even if you made an offer with less than the desired EMD the logical, ethical and best thing for this agent to have done is to inform you of the requirement by his seller and see if you'd comply with it. 

I was wondering if it is necessary to obtain any licenses, comply with any specific zoning laws or file for anything before listing and operating these properties in Omaha?

Make sure you comply with FL Statute 83 Landlord-Tenant law.Deduct for expenses for anything broken, etc.If you have a cleaning charge, deduct.You cannot deduct for normal wear and tear.As to the leaking faucet, that might be a touchy situation.

When you buy a home in an HOA you are signing a form saying you will comply, and trying to push these rules will only make your life harder.