That doesn't look like pending economic disaster to me, but who knows what the future holds.I am interested to hear what others have to say.

I get an email notification when they have initiated the payment and money shows pending a few hours later.

If you have pending executed contract, they cannot simply sell to someone else at this time.

So I have the option to follow and see pending sales.

It looks like you guys are pending? 

It’s common that if there is a lawsuit pending lenders are reluctant to underwrite mortgages

Seller has agreed to consult with us for two months after transfer to help smooth any issues, plus indemnification from the seller re no outstanding or pending lawsuits, as of date of transfer, etc. 

Newbie question time, I guess..With my offer on the table, will I still be able to negotiate it pending inspections and construction estimates?

He told me he had a mid 6-figure insurance settlement pending and was eager to get finished with physical rehab and get 'normal'.

There will be no further bidding as it is now gone at asking price pending to the tenants.For those interested in this type of mid-century modern restoration, they rent and sell really well when done right.