Tell the tenant to go after the previous owner for their deposit in small claims court. 

Show up with the tools that matches the offer: "I can pick up the trash at x address (knowing he has a problem there) and you have a broom and black garbage bags in hand.

They will do 80% LTV on a 2nd and if the proceeds are going to a new asset they will match the terms.

We've been reaching out to homeowners in bulk looking for motivated sellers that match the buying criteria for a large scale single family developer.

Starting a rehab, I’ve had five plumbers out, 3 came back with bids two of them are just under $11k (moving a toilet and shower drain on slab foundation and other misc.) the third is at $5k, of whom I had to write the contract up, confirmed the scope to match others, have found good reviews on a contractor site.

Some of the plaster walls are heavily textured which would create additional challenges in trying to match.

Some of the plaster walls are heavily textured which would create additional challenges in trying to match.

If you want to go ahead and start looking for a new place, we'll waive the penalties for breaking your lease with 30 days notice prior to the start of a rental period and refund your deposit if you leave the place clean and completely empty."

If a price is agreed to you enter into the purchase sale agreement and wire the earnest money deposit. 

I always get 1st months rent, last months rent and security deposit at lease signing.