They seem more interested in making money for themselves and their contractors than in making money for you.Here are some issues highlighted with them:1) Communication: - Communication becomes extremely slow after signing up with them.

If for example there were signs of root infiltration through a joint or something, I would consider taking an action, BUT that might not mean replacing the line. 

Most of Tampa is just fine, where I live for example had only some signs down and other very minor damage.Out of 66 units about 20 are in flood zones. 

You'll know exactly what a sale pays without even signing up.

Quote from @Matthew Irish-Jones: Quote from @Soumojit Sarkar: I own a condo in BC but live in the US.

I am already seeing positive signs including far better dialogue between the building trades and local government.

If you want to make new agreements that both sides sign, that may be a great option as well.

My question is once I have a deal signed for an apartment with seller carrying back down payment I need a partner/guarantor which would help qualify for bank loan with their income and cover closing costs. 

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2801, a law requiring landlords to provide photo documentation when making security deposit deductions.

We sign a completely new lease with the new tenant after we make sure that they meet our rental standards.