I guess the question is: in refinancing to a new 30yr fixed are there any red flags or rookie mistakes I can look out for in comparing offers to refi?

Also, new light fixtures would update it.To add to the curb appeal, after pressure washing the outside I would paint the shutters and doors a brighter more inviting color maybe in the red or blue family. 

We of course want to make sure we are not in the red throughout the year as we have our own mortgage to pay and then some!

They usually ask for longer when dealing with a new company (no company credit history) or if there is something throwing up red flags. 

I think I'm going to red flag this deal until further notice.

What is the best way for me to have full control over the property  long enough to successfully put the deal together and protect myself from:- The attorney who looks at the contracts and sees the fat profit I'm about to make and decides he can afford to risk a bit of money so he steals the deal from me- The broker who gets wise to what I'm doing and convinces the seller to sell to him instead- The tenant/end buyer who feels like they would save money if they just wait until my offer to purchase contract expires so they can go directly to the seller and cut me out of the deal - The seller who gets jealous as soon as he figures out what I'm doing and how much I'm going to make, and cancels our contract or provides more red tape so that my contract to purchase the property expires and he can rent or sell the property for a bigger profit. 

This is somewhat a red lining issue, it's a bit of a fraternal leasing arrangement.

My two favorite parts are the light grey with the white and pop of red on the trim and the shower with the subway tile.

What is the best way for me to have full control over the property long enough to successfully put the deal together and protect myself from:- The attorney who looks at the contracts and sees the fat profit I'm about to make and decides he can afford to risk a bit of money so he steals the deal from me- The broker who gets wise to what I'm doing and convinces the seller to sell to him instead- The tenant/end buyer who feels like they would save money if they just wait until my offer to purchase contract expires so they can go directly to the seller and cut me out of the deal - The seller who gets jealous as soon as he figures out what I'm doing and how much I'm going to make, and cancels our contract or provides more red tape so that my contract to purchase the property expires and he can rent or sell the property for a bigger profit.

Even if they are already reaching out to us or another big player in that market, they may respond to your offer as well and you can get your fair share of the action.