This should be on file, but not in lease.Tenant interviews should be a part of all due diligence when buying with tenants in place.  

I'm an agent and investor in Phoenix AZ specializing in flips and STR properties.

And, they generally bring forth action when a neighbor files a complaint and the fines/remedies can be painful. 

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Taking pics of each wall, can be too many pics and a very large file/pdf to share with the tenant. 

Don't bring them as equity partners, as you will have to file a partnership return. 

Attend one of these trainings to understand the bid process, there is some nuance as to how the final minute of bidding can be managed, which can be good info to know should bidding be competitive.My attorney has recommended that a writ of possession be filed for any property purchased at auction.  

However, if you filed your rental income under schedule E, then lenders will have to use your the rental calc based on how you filed your schedule E.

I did not read the rules around security deposits. you may be allowed to use those funds and still file a small claims action for any remainder, but I can't imagine that it would be worth it if you have at least one month's rent in security deposit.