That said some creative stuff would be not just owner financing but a delayed settlement or a delayed settlement with immediate possession, a master lease option, a plain option to buy or some combination of these techniques. 

Have your pre-approval or proof-of-funds dialed in and never leave home without a blank check in your possession.  

I knew i wanted my writ of possession so I ASKED IF I WAS getting it.  

I just got possession on a property in Campbell River. 

I would take possession of property and pay them directly.  

The resident has to insure their possessions, and the landlord's liability ends at the timely repair.

As to the 90 days, I would seel on a contract, give possession with rent, allow the buyer to move in, have sufficient down in escrow and close after 90 days.You can sell for more, showing the costs of materials and improvements.

Same thing with the HELOC.If you don’t repay the lender (default on the loan) then they have first lien position and can take possession of the property.  

A roof leak and half the dining room ceiling caved in... they almost wouldn’t close without pleading and confirming that I was going to fix it as soon as taking possession.

Scott, others -BTW, do not consider cashflows along the way after possession.