I'm also not thrilled about paying Intuit any more $.This sounds a bit like a mess, so I'm hoping there is some workaround here that I could propose to my CPA.

@Whitney Bivins, it doesn't sound like a deal killer to me as long as the seller cooperates and provides concessions at closing.

(Fortunately, neither of these are a particularly friable substance.)Generally, removing all substances that might have asbestos won't be cost effective. 

From the sounds of it, you need a good home inspector yourself, furthermore it sounds like you need a good realtor.

It doesn't sounds like you have enough equity to do much since you would need reserves for two properties then.

This is debatable but has proven effective in my own business. - Reduced contingencies.

Also, assembling your Core 4 Real Estate Team is crucial for navigating the process effectively.

You're basically asking for an unsecured line of credit, which you'd only get if you have an established business with a strong balance sheet in the US (and you already do business with the lender).Add 1 and 2 and it sounds like mission impossible to me.

Doorknocking is also very effective but difficult in the winter months.

I read last year you could rent out as STR for up to 90 days, but sounds like DC has eliminated that STR option this Febuary?!