So many people on BP sugar coat things to make them sound easy (especially if they are selling something or promoting something), and so many people talk a lot about their wins but you rarely hear of their losses (or all the work that went into the wins).  

So instead of negotiating a better price (that would include a credit for some or all of the work that needs doing), you just want to pay full asking price, and borrow more to pay for the work? 

Do you communicate to the tenants to constantly heat the home to at least 40 degrees throughout the winter months to avoid the risk of bursting pipes?  

You will be out there talking to people building relationships you could even go to realtors and offer your services and offer to delay part or all of your payment until the house is sold.

Grateful for thoughts on any or all of these questions. 

Communicate - Interview agents and let them know how they can be a positive part of the team to achieve your goals.  

What legal recourse do I have for no response or report back after 3 weeks of no communication / report of inspection?

Ever since then, she has cut off all communication. 

MichaelThank you for your response and advice.I look forward to communicating with you and others.Good luck to you Daniel

While I'm not a real estate agent, in most cases I know what I'm taking about and feel I can communicate better, and without delay.