The only funding I have available to me would be from my IRA and 401k (rollover from previous employer) to purchase my first REI.  

The bill was introduced several months ago and was methodically working its way through the legislature.

I have not had this issue before, but if I do, I'll call other brokers and appraisers and see what they can offer or suggest for an alternative method of appraisal that the broker/lender will agree to.

Also tried the CLT ( charlotte, nc ) market with the same method and its flooded with wholesalers. 

Also tried the CLT ( charlotte, nc ) market with the same method and its flooded with wholesalers.

., I make a point of calling their old landlord and their current employer. 

Then repeat it all over again.BRRRR method!

Pets are a good bonus but I would not initially offer pet friendly unless you have issues renting, even the best pet will cause more damage then no pet.My 4 musts to screen-Credit Check-Landlord Reference-Job letter/ proof of employment-Gut Check= Bad vibes, bad tenantIf people can't come up with atleast 2 of these 3 things, they likely are hiding something.

My worry is if she removes her tenants from the property & I end up having to back out of the contract without closing on the property, things could get ugly with being sued for lost of funds etc.Question - What methods/contract agreements do you use when contracting a property that is occupied?

My worry is if she removes her tenants from the property & I end up having to back out of the contract without closing on the property, things could get ugly with being sued for lost of funds etc.Question - What methods/contract agreements do you use when contracting a property that is occupied?