You should have an inspector(s) that can get out in a week -- put that in the contract.Put a stronger EMD -- and put another EMD after the inspection period -- this helps immensely. 

You should work with several professionals to guide you on the specifics - attorney, home inspector, CPA, there are a lot of complex issues involved here.

Granted the inspection may not cover the detached garage but I'm curious what the inspector had found.

@Adam  Oldhan Still looking for a source where I can see permits on a property before I order an inspector ...

Hire private inspectors, and get permit expeditors. 

We knew there were some cosmetic issues that needed to be addressed but when the inspector went into the crawl space it revealed some structural issues.

So for example, before signing it seems correct to get our own team to walk the subject property (ie, our own fiduciary realtor, inspector and contractor for rehab estimates, etc., and property manager since we'll be holding as rental), check on liens, flood zones, etc.

Typically the "property inspectors" that verify your property meets standards are completely incompetent.

Jacksonville HUD will normally reach out to you 60-90 days before lease renewal regarding new rental rates.Rental rates are normally dependent on amount of bedrooms / bathrooms and neighborhood.An inspector from HUD normally inspects the property before increase in rent to make sure property is in good livable condition.

Looking for an inspector in the Sacramento/San Joaquin County area.