To be sure, check with a local RE attorney who is familiar with the lien laws in your state.

I'm not familiar with CA law, but if lease is now month-to-month  (in most places), you have no right to the property beyond 30 days notice, so 60 days and double Security Deposit is VERY generous!

He has written rules into our by laws preventing moving kitchen and bathroom plumbing.

Many wanted to prepay taxes before the new federal tax law took effect and claim it on 2017 returns.

Also look at property taxes and landlord/tenant laws. 

The electrician was the son in law of the deceased tenant.

A few other things of importance; with a Title company closing the law requires the money be wired if the amount exceeds $10,000.

Answer will largely depend on;A) Language of the lease agreement,B) The local laws related to enforceability of language in lease agreements.No answer can be given without knowing both factors, as well as knowing how your local judges would rule on same.

If you are getting a local bank to lend, then the requirements will be much less strict.

Have to get a better grip on the tax laws and totally understand the PR home flipping system.