I want to make sure they can close these types of transactions and are used to working with real estate investors...

The analysis also reports that new multifamily development will “remain near the average recorded over the past five years”.Integra Realty Resources’ 2017 Commercial Real Estate Trends Report ranks Pittsburgh #2 on its Top Markets by Multifamily Transaction Volume Based on YoY Change.Pittsburgh’s rental vacancy rate has declined by 25% over the last five years.Pittsburgh is booming with developments (see reference #6), “there is no better place to be a developer right now than in Pittsburgh.

Can it be done wrongly, illegally and be a big mistake?

Since they are responsible for maintaining the relationship with you after the transaction closes, this approach adds an extra layer of confidence and security to your investment.

So happy for my investors hopefully the rest of the transaction goes smooth so we can get it all locked in and they will have one more property in their portfolio than they did a few months ago.

However if you are getting the buyer yourself and need an agent to draft paperwork and work as a "transaction broker" - I charge 1% or $3000, whichever is greater. 

No fun Henry :)    Actually eviction is illegal in Seattle during the winter months.

I do see many investors incorporating a similar strategy with new construction builds, heavy rehabs, or in instances where the property was bought far below market value (usually a wholesale type transaction).

If he doesn't qualify, advise her that she has to 'cure' the illegal occupancy immediately or be subject to eviction. 

What is your source for 99% of transactions are above 2%?