I did keep the EMD from the 2nd buyer -- I had to write a letter and drop it off at the title company because my agent didn't do it and I got a certified letter that they were going to release it back to the buyer if they didn't get written notice from me. 

I had to deal with a lot more issues than I've ever had in non-S8 rentals like extensive property damage and also bed bugs, roaches, drain lines completely clogged up by grease (I learned what sewer worms are, look it up), spray paint art on walls and food on ceilings, noise complaints, police at the property, removing dead bodies, etc.  4.

If you are concerned for your safety, I will offer to release you from the remainder of your lease without penalty, but you must provide me with written notice at least two weeks prior to your departure.

Normally you can find a press release.  

well in the brainy dose world the door to your home when you pillbox shut to the joi ING if the door and frame it is normal that you should be able to walk away and that door not open again until it is turned by know releasing it from frame with a slight push open rt?

So I understand the owner loses right to possession once some body buys the tax certificate?

First of all, their certification program is NOT accredited by any legal body so it is basically worthless other than it may look good on your wall.

I was told, just today in fact, by the VP of Lending that they have a new product that is in the process of being released for long term rental financing as well as the HML lending they do now. 

The day before the closing the title guy called me asking if I had the lien release.

It sounds like you are looking for an employee as defined by most taxing bodies.