Since you or the "investor" here is being harmed for Pat's nonperformance, specific performance would be an equitable remedy.... albeit an extremely long and frustrating one.

I have had many give me negative information, knowing full well it would harm the likelihood of them loosing a trouble tenant.

But, good luck anyway - no harm in asking. 

Many Credit pulls will harm your overall score. 

At this low level I don't see it as being criminal, and I don't immediately see why you could start a civil action against me since there is no harm. 

The substance of what the OP will be bringing to the investor or investment team (?)

Often licensing boards take a dim view of unethical behaviour and there are protocols in place to protect the public from harm, including financial compensation.As it relates to the transaction you are in, I would suggest that you negotiate the repairs you feel are required, in line with the parameters of the contract you have undertaken with the seller - this would be your strongest position in securing a more favourable deal.

There's no harm in calling local credit unions and asking them.

It also does no harm in presenting failed offers or re-introducing yourself to owners that have said no before. if something happens, and they need to sell NOW, they will probably go to someone polite they remember.

Of course there are pages and pages, and referrals are always good, but no harm calling around as well.But yes, if there is any occupancy requirement, that is not a fix and flip loan or investment loan at all.