The biggest problems with these situations is communication.

Usually if there is no communication the lease goes into a month to month arrangement, and she may be assuming this is the case.

I can honestly tell you from my short time with them, if your lazy, don't have any communication skills and/or don't take any initiative to get off your butt and do it, the opportunity will pass right on by.

Good management and communication will eliminate nearly all vacancies, which would be the only possible concern during a down market. 

But I have good open communication with the buyers directly.

Escalation clauses can sometimes leave a bad impression on a seller, and it boils down to how effectively the listing agent will communicate the offer.

Then ask them if there is a particular day or time that absolutely does not work for showings, and by showing that you are willing to work with them, most tenants will be compliant for showings on the other days/times.This is definitely a case for open communication, you are both on the same side and want the showings to end, but what you want to make clear is that they can have a hand in that by making their home as attractive as possible, and opening up showing times so that people will want to see it and sign a lease.Good luck! 

I'd love to have some discussions and learn a bit more so I can make my first move.I am an electrician by trade, and I am a great communicator.

Make sure to only communicate in writing with her.

Times like when I am out at sea with no communication with the outside world.