@Jabbar Adesada I thought that was for tax purposes.

As an HOA member I would want the repair man to state that for insurance purposes.

Granted, you still need to conduct due diligence on the underlying asset, the operator/partner that you end up working with and the deal structure that is purposed to hold the investment.  

You indicate that you have moved out of the house so you could rent it out for a period of time to prove that you had the intent to convert and hold for rental purposes and then later sell and qualify for the 1031 Exchange. 

I think that sellers who provide financing are few and far between but I'll be happy to explain what I do, as I'm not in the forum to help out rather than promote any product or service.

However, would getting a lease vehicle for the purpose of our rental business be worth while and a 100% deduction?

Many have, for all practical purposes, lost decision making control. 

My main focus has always been making sure they know I am an agent and that I will be buying this property for investment purposes to make a profit. 

The criteria changes SLIGHTLY for a refinance vs purchase but for all intents and purposes, yes its the same process.2) Yes, if you are pre-approved, you should still qualify later on down the line.

Would I have to involve my broker if I am not putting the property in the MLS or doing any promoting; I would simply be selling it to the tenant that is already living there.