Tenants have kept the property in decent condition so considering that my initial strategy was to not disrupt them, maybe do a month to month lease agreement while making some repairs than execute a new lease Jan 1st with a small increase in rent. 

I also tell them that I'm not doing any repairs that section 8 may require in order to move in.There is a clear difference in whether they can make you accept section 8 - versus whether the govt can make you take less money and do more to take section 8. 

They were quick to pay when repairs had to be done and their in-house adjusters were on point.  

Buyer's agent has requested a CLUE report as part of the request for repairs on a flip property under contract.I've asked my insurance agent to pull one, but he suggested to contact LexisNexis directly.

Without cash flow you will end up going out of pocket for any repairs and Capex expenses. 

I win in court and tenant is kicked out in 24-48 hours.In 90% of all situations, the tenant leaves before I have to file in court, I use their deposit to cover unpaid rent and as much cleaning/repairs as possible, and I move on.

The security deposit is approximately 10% of total repairs so it won't cover most of the damages.

If a major expense comes about (i.e. roofing repair, hvac, etc) we would split that as well.

Can someone tell me if this is correct: if the owner redeems they have to pay the full bid price, fees and court costs, 10% interest, and any “necessary” repairs (what constitutes that)?

My close to 1% cash flow house has tenant calling for repairs 9 times in 12 months (out of owning it 18 months).