So what creative methods are you using to deal with these difficult renters that refuse to pay or communicate?

Even if it didn't, you may have a difficult time getting a court-awarded eviction because judges are hesitant to kick anyone out due COVID-19.As long as the tenant is communicating and making some effort, I recommend you hang on.

Brian,Talk to the folks and tell them and find out what the situation is.Most problems are caused by a lack of communication.

This is a good opportunity to communicate that this is not okay and that you would always like to have go/no-go decisions on any spend over $X.Worst case scenario they said or thought "in for a penny in for a pound" and wanted to make as much as possible off this ordeal, never-mind the outcome for you, their client. 

This will simplify the process as the agent and the lender will already be in communication and will know what step of the home buying process you are in at all times, making the whole process smoother and quicker for you as the home buyer. 

The information and mindset you will gleam just being around them and in communication with them will make a huge difference in your career! 

The rest are standard interview questions, communication, past success stories, challanges with similar properties.

Make sure you have good communication with your agent.

You have five people which is below that limit.You have a good renter that communicates with you and they are under the occupancy limit.

My top criteria for a lender in Denver or Colorado Springs where we work is strong communication.