You will also want to confirm the loan and asset values minimus.

Finally a fixed fee could work, but same underlying issue exist which is getting an accurate estimate of their consumption.I understand they're perspective, but I just feel like the tenant is just trying to cut corners.

I'd drive around the and find a few multifamily communities that you could see your self living.From a financing perspective, new agency guidelines are allowing for a 5% down conventional loan product on properties less than four units. 

I have no idea how much equity they have on the property.So say the property is listed at $500K, can you get a DSCR loan for say the 70% first position, and have the seller finance the 30% down payment in second position, all while they're trying to 1031 that property into another another one.Assuming it *is* possible, what would the benefits be for the seller, tax-wise or what would be the ideal strategy here for both buyer and seller?

The final decision will go beyond the numbers. 

My current loan is at 2.68% so no way I want to refinance on that one.

This can either be done in cash or through another loan.

Now that the weather is getting warmer, my occupancy has improved and I am FINALLY starting to generate decent revenue that can even help pay some of my business debt. 

Loan to value ratio: The higher the loan to value ratio (LTV) is, pricing takes a hit.

And, finally, are there rules in place to allow me to simply ask for a continuance and give us time to sort this?