Option 1: I would tell her that she should consult an attorney before attempting to breach her lease.

Always consult with your attorney before you rely on the above information.

Then I found a good job with a consulting company and did all I could to repair our finances.After years of saving every penny I'm finally in a good position to try again.  

But I seem to recall that in a case like there, where you're selling inventory rather than an investment, that the profits must be recognized when you sell, even with an installment sale.You really want to consult with your accountant.And realize that there is nothing illegal about selling a house with a wrap, regardless of the loan terms. 

I agree w Deanna, they needed to ask your permission to get property inspected for Section 8.If I was in your shoes I would consult a lawyer.

You might have to hire a lawyer, and/or a CPA, and/or a tax consultant to advise you on the best way to go.  

For example, I've seen contracts drawn up where an individual is acting as a "consultant" and  advising/assisting the seller who is selling their property FSBO by advertising it, where at that point I can fully see where "acting as a broker" could be the accusation. 

With regards on how to handle the tenant situation - you need to consult a lawyer.

We loved living there so much, and saw such a huge potential in Tulum's happening real estate that we opened our own boutique real estate/ architectural studio, Riviera Maya Property Consultants.

I have 43 properties right now that I'm wholesaling and the way I do it if the spread between the price I'm buying it for is less than $10,000, I just have the buyers sign a Consulting Fee agreement.