I will try to get close to this strategy and change or remove any unnecessary expenses I have.

Change is constant and inevitable.  

I slowly began to re-seat myself back in my corporate role changing companies and being promoted providing that false security again. 

You never know what could happen, that way if necessary you can start the eviction process right away if they change their mind.

I believe it is time for you to make some definite changes if you are serious about investing in real estate.

Unused contingency funds, unless they were received directly from the borrower, must be used to reduce the outstanding balance of the renovation mortgage after all of the renovation work has been completed and the certification of completion has been obtained.The loan is not re-amortized.Draw Schedule: The program has a maximum 4 draw process.The initial draw can be up to 25% of the total project and can be for materials for the project.The final draw will be at least 10% of the total project as retainage and funds will be released upon receipt and approval of final inspection, Certificate of Completion from Appraiser, signed All Bills Paid Affidavits and Lien Waivers.Additional Draw Information: Signed Draw Request by borrower and contractorSigned All Bills Paid Affidavit review and approve the draw request and will release funds for disbursementA check will be issued in the name of the borrower and contractor and delivered to borrower via USPSAn inspection of work to date will be performed at 50% completeChange Orders and Cost Overruns: Changes to the initial plan are not permitted unless prior approval.

The trick is year 3, which will be 2020, and economy will change by then according to experts. 

And now that the local government went ballistic and maliciously shut most of Airbnb down by scaring citizens and owners with exorbitant penalties (the dark side of the force is strong), this topic is off the table in this paradise until things change.

Also, what would I need to change in our lease agreement from our standard lease? 

He is a general handyman but will even do full HVAC change outs as well.