A simple way to do this without appearing obtrusive or mean is to give them a letter with some important instructions for vacating.

I have not consulted an attorney, it's a pretty simple transaction so I didn't think it would be necessary to get an attorney involved to draft an addendum.I'm curious if anyone has any experience in adding these types of contingencies to contracts that protect the buyer all the way up to the closing table?

@Mike Gardner my investors are still getting deals off the MLS in the Chicago suburbs where I work, although they are slimmer pickings than they were two years ago.

Sounds simple enough.

Whereas a simple refi would give you a mortgage and that would actually improve your credit score.

It's a pretty quick video that shows how to do very simple analysis.https://www.youtube.com/watch?

Unfortunately I think it is picking up.

With the security of the cash-flow, small mortgage and the ability to add value is this not a safe and simple play for a first-time investor?

@Drew Eldridge,I would go to a bank, get a mortgage and put down the 20-25% needed, if it's a simple question. 

How many properties are you trying to pick up here?