Is this typically something they take issue with?

The 70% rule is one we typically apply to flips, not to rentals.Also a seller isnt leaving 30% on the table.

Typically the deposit is refundable at the time of move out and not renewal.

Put another way, the visitors to your site are typically going to be a result of your existing marketing. 

@Charlie ClaxtonWhat was your typical down payment?

Flips typically require an entire overhaul that take longer and cost more money to do.

I always put a rehab into a 1st lien now as we typically have to foreclose, so you have to allocate for that also.

The option money put up front by the tenant/buyer will typically be very small compared to the down payment and the rehab costs you had invested.Happy Investing!

The average rents that I have seen for either a 2 bed or 3 bed row/town house has been anywhere from $900-1200 depending on the cosmetic upgrades and features (i.e. garage, outdoor space, etc). 

I guess partners can decide whatever they want between themselves, but is there a such thing as "typical" here?