There is no law against a verbal agreement for something like that and since you had a documented relationship with the tenant that answer would have to be considered possible. 2.

They cannot continue a lawsuit on your behalf if you have not authorized it.I would send them a short demand:"You have five business days to stop the lawsuit and turn over all documents, funds, and anything else pertaining to my property.

Consult with an attorney to provide a purchase and sale agreement in your respective state with an assignment exhibit included. 

I plan to purchase a primary residence, multi-family home (2-5 units, 'house-hack'). 

Their rates are good but boy, they looked at my financials and ask some funny questions such as asking for proof that I could withdraw funds from my SEP IRA account, and that I need to provide documentation to verify that  this employer sponsored retirement account allows for funds to be withdrawn, or if withdrawals could only be made in connection with the borrowers employment termination, retirement or death etc. everyday they sent me something new to answer.

. - So, recommend having that first hire document the crap out of what you want them to do.

They worked with me and had no issues explaining the steps and documents they needed from me.

Reno Scenerio Off Market Purchase Price - $185k ARV = $315-335kReno - $55-65kHolding - $10kClosing both ends - $25k= $335 , $315-$285 =$30-50k gain  As-IS Scenario Purchase - $185kSale Price on MLS :$225- $235kClosing both ends - $20kHolding - $4k= $235 - $209 =$16-$26k gainIn both scenerios I’ll be 1031ing it into a new investment.

I am assuming that you have a well documented move in inspection showing that the caulk was in good condition when they moved in?

This is a document the Landlord must sign in front of a notary, by which the landlord is swearing that he property delivered or "served" the Tenant.