I absolutely agree with manually checking the competitions pricing.

That means you'll probably have to take on riskier borrowers or agree to riskier terms.My advice - If you don't have boots on the ground here in the states (that you can rely on), or someone you know you can trust to borrow this money then I wouldn't risk it.

I agree local banks and credit unions will be better if you're planning on growing your portfolio. 

Consider getting a statement signed by all parties which states that everyone has agreed to terminate the current lease early on X date and all obligations by all parties have been paid in full and that the deposit will be kept by the landlord and will be applied to the new lease. 

Thanks for sharing more details - we do agree that the PMC seems to be lacking in performing their services. 

@Alec Barnes As the owner of a property management company in Texas, I completely agree that a solid screening process is essential for placing quality tenants.

I am only familiar with the contract in my state but items seller agrees to do based on inspection findings are their responsibility unless spelled out differently.  

His personal name appears almost nowhere in the evidence/exhibits.

I agree with @Alecia Loveless , "The age of the property means little to me."

I do agree with you, when your margin of error is higher you don't have to be as precise which ultimately leads to waste in profits and prolongs your abilities to reach your goal if you are not disciplined.