As a property manager, I would wait until 7/1 to start the eviction process so you can check to see if they have vacated prior to spending the time and money to file an eviction.

Just trust your instincts on this stuff...which is why you went here to check. 

PHYSICAL CHECK = If you have permission you should physically check the property prior to the sale or have a professional inspector.

He's been bombarding me with emails with everyone he can think of CC'd all day saying how he's going to sue me for everything under the sun and accusing me of all kinds of made up nonsense. 

-Julio Thanks Julio and appreciate the kind words!

To do well in pricey places like Santa Barbara, use what locals know, look into ways to invest, team up with backers, check out how to pay for things, aim for cheap homes, do deep checks on the market, and get to know folks in the area.

It depends on what kind of assets you have to protect. 

Alternatively, you can check that one, it's also free to use:https://www.realestatespreadsheets.com/online-airbnb-estimat... 

Thanks @Nathan Gesner, will check them out.

If the contract says the seller's sole recourse in case of a buyer default is the earnest money, you *should* be OK (check with that attorney though to be sure).