I think you are looking for the % rents can be raised under the Oakland rent control laws. 

Only way you made money on this deal, and avoided everyting being eaten up with title & recording fees and transfer taxes, was by flipping the contract - also known as wholesaling.Why can't you just call it what it is?

If all appears to be in order then there might not be any harm staying with HR Block.

This diversity within their team can be viewed as an advantage, as it may provide them with a more global perspective and a better understanding of international clients.I also noticed that they use Zelle under their accounts manager's name, which could indicate a legitimate arrangement for handling transactions.

I'd be interested in talking about being on your note buyer's list.

I put up one of my properties for sale and I received a verbal offer that I liked but the agent is asking if would be willing to accept 20% and interest only financing for 2 years.

Best of luck to you as well!

My desire would be to tender a contract to purchase the property, pay off their loan while ensuring the owner receives fair compensation and I receive the house.

Take your time, but stay focused—well-priced homes are still selling.

I currently own a single family home in Victoria, BC as well.