Well, here's some good news that just came out with regard to AB1436:CAA derails 'free rent' bill, negotiates alternative: AB 3088Link to article: CAA negotiates alternative to AB 1436

I've given away old mirrors, light fixtures, cabinets, vanities, anything that is metal or can be recycled, window treatments, I've sold kitchen cabinets, counter tops, anything left behind by the sellers: sofas, old lawn mower, rugs, lamps, old appliances even the kitchen sink!

I would be feature on the news as an alternative solution for people facing foreclose with full articles and links to my website from the news!

Alternatively, you could Close, serve notice and collect some rent until everyone has cleared out.2) Tenants have the right of first refusal (See section 53 of the Tenancies Act), to reoccupy their unit following the renovations.In NB, there is also a requirement that the renovations commence within 60-days of the unit/building being vacated.  

For example, carpets, paint, window treatments, appliances have virtually no risk.

Aside from what is in the lease about quiet enjoyment and treatment of the property I do have a clause that says we reserve the right to make rules and change them. 

This is very common tenant treatment of a property.

The listing agent is responsible for representing the best interest of the seller, so if the seller's best interest is to drag their feet and try to work an alternative solution with the bank then the listing agent has to follow suit.

In my rentals I provide all appliances including washer dryer, window treatments, fresh paint and new carpet (when needed) and laminate flooring.

Valuable relative to alternatives?