We simply need to find a lender willing to transfer the debt is our current thinking?

And for these newer companies I have to guess they simply have not encountered or planned on failing projects so its all new to them on where what why and how to deal with it. 

Slow and steady wins the race.

Might in that if this is simply a deal that's on the MLS and all you've done is point it out to me, I wouldn't pay you anything. 

This all depends on the loan factors like Credit score, LTV, DSCR ratio (rents vs the PITI payment), and loan size.Good news rates are down but the other positive news is they are trending down and that means you can pull cash out now and then simply refinance in 12 months or more to lower the rate.

I still stick by the best buys will be Nov to Mar but if consumer confidence continues to erode at this rapidly increasing pace with one candidate wins, then there will be less ROI. 

Having a deposit in hand guarantees being paid but suing in small claims court even if you win probably means you will get paid LESS than 50% of the time in most states.

The Use and occupancy process in philly is simply ordering a certificate online.

Also, as both NC houses are paid for, is it a better idea to simply cash flow post-rehab or sell? 

Or simply prospects?