She will trust what she writes more than what you put down on paper.Once you have arrived do at the framework of a deal, list out a simple list of terms in about 6-8 line items then a list of documents that will be required and tasks or conditions that are to be met be each party. 

You spell out the terms of the financing in the contract, maybe referencing a standard FNMA mortgage document.  

To answer your questions, the first look site is easy to navigate but you must have all of your documents ready to upload at the time the offer is made.

If you continue with this option I encourage you to use an attorney experienced in creative financing and ensure that the proper documents are file with the Court in order to protect yourself and to "cloud" the title.  

I submitted a loan when the fees were much higher, but the borrower had purchased a portfolio of properties using cash and wanted some funds to continue to buy properties.Since then, B2R's fees have been reduced, a lot and UW process is more streamlined as they now UW their loans in house.This program isn't for everyone, but it is useful to foreigners who now have access to higher leverage loans and for those who have bought properties using cash or high interest rate loans and want to get cash back.

I plan to submit offers with very little contingencies - so .. where and how in the contract will the ability to deal with a potential lien or problem exist ?

You should be able to request a copy of the associations by-laws and documents to check what their rules are on this.

You should have reviewed the condo's documents and financials prior to purchasing the unit.  

One of our local reps from Wells Fargo can even make the arrangements to send a banker to your place or work or residence to get the bank account documents signed. 

You will have to sign documents stating you will live in the home and if you dont you can get in real trouble.