I’m sure the prices for things are out of date, but they were always going to vary by market anyway.

You can always sign a contract to buy the remaining properties anytime with a closing date scheduled for the future (not sure why he would want to do that though since we don't know what will happen appreciation-wise).

I've sold dozens of homes during the so-called Eligible Date Range, but figure any payout will be peanuts after all the lawyers get their take from the top. 

I think the easy button here is to buy the biggerpockets one, but double check if it is up to date on the most recent changes.

LMHA Mail issues: I get mail that's not within 3 days of postmark mail, dated top of form October 23 received November 6th that I had till the 15th to turn in my annual renewal forms.

From the TREC website:Form Name:One to Four Family Residential Contract (Resale) (Form ID: 20-14)Effective Date:02/12/2018Description:  This is the most frequently used contract form. 

Like you said, it's harder to find a deal on internet posting now. 

You have to have eyes on your project every day to stay up-to-date and worst case, weekly.

Last Monday they informed me that his parents are staying with them for a "few days" It has been a week and they have failed to offer any end date.

I really like to think about it like online dating.