In some more restrictive states, he could also double close, which is a form of wholesaling.

Many states re-imposed business restrictions to combat the pandemic and restaurants and hotels had to lay off workers (some for the second or third time).

The rental restrictions are getting stricter so check the laws/rules before purchasing.

If the items are not fixed by the deadline, then you can start imposing fines. 

However, it comes with other restrictions such as needing to use commercial lending and having to operate it as an independent entity, as it is a legal entity, to maintain and protect the LLC's corporate veil.As for the real estate market, I'm further west into NJ so can't help you much there.If you want to chat, feel free to direct message me.

Lot of lands that are coming up for sale are on the flood plain zone so need lot of help researching for flood plain issues, deed restrictions and most importantly selecting an appropriate town.5.

(I don't like this approach) Or offer the tenant the option to sign a new lease with us if she wants a pet prior to her existing lease expiring (and obviously write in pet deposits and applicable pet restrictions/rules)?

For example, there are often HOA restrictions on renters. 

First, don't restrict yourself to one agent...and above all, don't sign any exclusivity agreement. 

Further, they restricted even out of town owners from visiting their own properties during the lock downs.