There's typically a time limit to how long that lasts, but the fact is this agent helped you and is considered the "procuring cause" of the deal, so you should honor that and ensure they are paid.It was unethical of you to approach the buyer and try to cut out the agent, and it is definitely unethical of the seller, which makes me question whether the seller is someone you want to deal with. 

Therefore I need to close the deal, then own the business for 90 days to secure long term financing.The home is currently cashflowing ~$10k/mo. 

I'm exploring several long term strategies:-Exit:The townhouses share common walls in the middle.

Lawyers may have to be involved, thus delaying and complicating the process, however, as long as nothing was done with intent of causing whatever caused the claim, they'll cover it.

Less people are long term tenants here, though, so expect more turnover.  

Long story short I’m acquiring the house with existing tenants.  

My primary goal is long term appreciation and I'll accept a property that breaks even on cash flow.

We are located in Illinois, but very close to St.

You can always negotiate changes to an existing contract as long as all parties agree.

There are a couple of FB groups with thousands of members for this market, with wholesalers posting houses all day long.