I got a reasonable discount on the purchase price, and it has made me a good amount of money over the years.

By the way - for the same reason the 1st position lien holder will be uneasy with 100% CLTV, as a buyer I would be uneasy with it as well.

Generally, the coverage of the policy will state; “The coverage of this policy shall continue in force as of Date of Policy in favor of an Insured after acquisition of the Title by an Insured or after conveyance by an Insured, but only so long as the Insured retains an estate or interest in the Land, or holds an obligation secured by a purchase money Mortgage given by a purchaser from the Insured, or only so long as the Insured shall have liability by reason of warranties in any transfer or conveyance of the Title.”

We are looking to buy a condo in Chicago as the new rental, for a variety of reasons, but most importantly because it would rent better in the city, and it fits our desired price point (so we can allow for the rest of $$ from the sale for paying off their Oregon home and pay all, or some of the taxes on the boot). 

Curious about the reason, I consulted my home insurance broker, who informed me that the property had a water damage claim filed a few months ago, which is causing insurers to be cautious.This information surprised me, as it had not been disclosed by the seller.

No...there are many reasons why installing it over the carpet will prove to be a nightmare in a relatively short period. 

If you are assessing all markers you will probably find better but if you have some connections or a reason to be here you can definitely flip here. 

It seems like a reasonable approach, but as you say, we'll have to wait to see what the final version of the law (if it indeed becomes a law) looks like, then figure out if a European corporation with third country investors is a reasonable solution. 

For me, the later option sounds more reasonable, cause the exteriors are covered by the HOA.

Here is my favorite (among several others, just as hysterical) part of this case:"...Petitioner’s testimony that neither he nor his son used his personal bedroom,living room, or kitchen for personal reasons strains credibility.