Does anyone have a suggestion as to how I should proceed/ how much time I should give them to “apply” before I provide them with a new lease to sign?

In addition to Intel, companies like google, facebook and amazon are expanding and building more data centers in Columbus. 

I have lots of questions before I can give my $.02.1-Who provided the comps?

I’d like additional info as well

They might offer better terms or be more flexible in such situations.Partnerships and Investors:Bring in Investors: Your friend might find investors interested in contributing capital in exchange for equity in the property.Form Partnerships: Consider forming a joint venture with a developer or another property owner who can provide the necessary capital for rebuilding.Similar Experiences and AdviceCase Studies: Researching similar cases can provide insight into how others have handled such situations.

In my area Section 8 is not seen as a positive solution for landlords but rather as a cop out for providing strong solutions to every day renters.

If taxes still remain unpaid after the first day in February, an additional seven percent penalty is applied to the amount due.

I would reccommend protecting yourself in terms of the legality of the transfer, ensuring there aren't any violations, 3rd parties requesting some claim of ownership of the property, most importantly the structural integrity of the property overall is sound and there aren't any big ticket items the current owner should righfully be taking care of that will then be additional issues you inherit. 

Most banks I'm speaking to provide either a 20 or 25 year amoritization schedule on investment loans. 

State Where the Real Estate is Located: In addition to your home state, the state where the real estate securing the mortgage note is located may also have its own licensing requirements.