But there's always circumstances where a shorter period might be justified or a longer period be not enough.  

But having the lower payment the 30 affords you gives you much more flexibility for when life's circumstances change like if you get laid off, have vacancies, get hit by a car and can't work etc.

Any missteps (forms not properly filed, etc.) then the PR under certain circumstances may be surcharged. 

Under no circumstances do we provide a signed & notarized Reconveyance until we have been completely paid off.

Does my state require a licensed plumber in this circumstance?

People's circumstances change, other offers are made, seller's remorse sets in, doubt causes seller's to be lees cooperative.  

The next thing that I would suggest (under certain circumstance) would be to speak to the folks across the street or get someone that speaks their language.

Under normal circumstances, eviction could take 3 months.BUT, the Vacancy rates are incredibly low, around 3%.

Personally I would show and take an application, fully explaining the circumstances but I wouldn't sign a lease or take money. 

on housing in the next decade.  according to the Urban Land Institute report:http://uli.org/wp-content/uploads/ULI-Documents/DemographicStrategiesForRealEstate.pdf