This was my first home purchase, out of state.

Also, I am guessing that due to the state of the house, it would not qualify for a conventional loan?

Since I am out of state I rely heavily on trustworthy & knowledgable input.

.: I invest out of state in C-class neighborhoods in the Midwest.

In many states, this is public information.

Land Use Codes and Building FeasibilityExample 1: Property Land Use CodesActivity Code: 4000 (Social, institutional, or infrastructure-related)Function Code: 1000 (Residence or accommodation)Ownership Code: 4200 (State government)Example: Regrid Property Example 1Example 2: Zoning DetailsZoning Code: T3Zoning Description: Sub Urban ZoneZoning Type: ResidentialZoning Subtype: Single FamilyOwnership Code: 1500 (Businesses and commercial entities)Example: Regrid Property Example 2Based on these land use and zoning codes, can I build a house on either of these parcels?

Yes, the lease renewal should state the new amount of the deposit. 

I don't mean to throw shade at my fellow Illinois residents, but I'm quite bearish on this state for the long-term. 

The inspector for the buyers stated "this is a nice house" "done really well".

Their lawyer talked a few time with my lawyer from my home state but he just used delay tactics and bunch of bs.