I am not spending $40k on their next step, but this looked like a good investment ($1500 and a money back offer).

." - If you get creative on this maybe it's enough to the make the numbers work. 

This might be better if you’re uncertain about refinancing or want to keep more liquidity for other opportunities.Since you’ll move in 5 years, it really depends on how confident you are about refinancing.

For the past year, listening to podcasts, doing research, and debating when the right time to start this journey, we have decided to get over the fears and just focus on the analysis and dive right in.

Do I need to have them sign a new lease with my company name on it not changing any of the terms or do I just inform them on how to pay the rent? 

That highly depends on your pay structure.

I'd love to get beat up on this thesis.

I checked online regarding Elmsure.

The contract expired on October 27th.

Thanks, DavidSteve hit the nail on the head.