That's why removal of affected items and deep cleaning of all surfaces is the first step and most critical.

An interesting little weekend read for all you sticks and bricks folk out there...https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/thomas-edisons...Edison was ahead of his time in many ways with fireproof, insect-proof, and easy to clean affordable housing but clearly it didn't work out.

I spend a lot of time arguing, listening to crying and cleaning up messes.

I would consult with a attorney whom you can work with on a regular basis, to protect your best interests.

You could have her "quit claim" it over to you but that isn't a clean way to do it.

We have a business-minded governor, and corporations are moving here on a pretty regular basis.

Or say 12/1 which is after I have finished moving/cleaning/advertising and got a tenant signed? 

After some landscaping, carpet and paint, handyman work, professional cleaning, and photographs, it cost me 3.7k.

I have off shore investors … the only issue I had was my bank wanted to check the patriot act box.when I was getting multi million dollar wires into my accounts.. they wanted to make sure it was clean money.to that end my investors came to the us and we had a meeting with my bankers.. going direct to your attorneys trust account could work.. but the funds I brought in went into my account. 

The house is in great shape and was maintained well by the tenants, but I'm sure we will need a day or two of miscellaneous cleaning/repairs.