My game plan was to make improvements with some of the money we made on flips, but I need some of that money to pay my personal bills and it’s just seams like a slow process.

to answer your question - yes the 3,000 is on my tax return, but only for one year.thanks for the Co-borrower game plan - didn't think of that one, although the only person I can think of doesn't make enough money to qualify for a roll of toilet paper Hopefully there are other loans besides conventional that I can explore 

At this point they are playing the waiting game with the company/agency.

I  guess I was too long out of the HM game.   

We are very selective in which house we purchase, I do not want a new build where I can reach out the window and high-five my neighbor.

I know the larger/commercial property managers play this game of overcharging based on a "comfort fee" and have the volume to back up this strategy. 

Tell them if selected you'll waive the costs for breaking current lease as a one good will..In terms of breaking the lease what does your current lease state?

You should gather professional opinions from real estate agent(s) and an appraiser – these are the people with their feet on the ground and their heads in the game.

As for a revised offer, it’s a game of chicken....maybe they have better offers, maybe not.

Get a report if there is one Change the locks Repair any damage If it’s really bad call your insurer As mentioned this is a common game loser tenants play and often it’s a lie to cover up something