If the seller will entertain it you write it into your offer - what you're willing to pay total, loan term, interest rate, down payment. 

They should also re establish a new exit strategy, performance metrics, establish new expectations. 

The reality is the opposite - if it's not in writing then the PMC doesn't have to provide the service or can charge extra for it!

As all these problems arise again, it will likely swing back to sellers understanding that it’s going to cost them just as much for the firm to represent them in the event of an unrepresented buyer as it would if they just paid a buyer agent fee, but they’re more protected from future litigation if the buyer has their own representation vs claiming they were misled by a seller or seller’s agent.

"I did really well and couldn't have done it without you, here's a little extra to show my appreciation" Goes a long way, especially if there is a future with the contractor.

This is the 1st time ever I am writing on any such forum!

The Emergency Rental Assistance Program has a ton of money still available and they are granting people up to the full amount of unpaid rent AND up to three months of future rent.

That said, IF you were to enter into an agreement with the tenant for services, it needs to be in writing and signed by the tenant.

You are making the right move by going to RE, IMO.I think you have the right idea on the strategy. 

When a tenant moves out, transfer the deposit back to Checking so it's ready to apply towards expenses or refund the Tenant.If you end up with excess funds in the Checking account, I recommend you transfer it to a third account designated explicitly for future investments.