The banks agent came back and said 130k FIRM!  

I know a pure option needs a firm strike price.

You think a seller would want to find out the day before closing, after they've moved out, that you can't get financing and you get your EM back, no harm no foul?  

If I don't want to be the PM or I am not doing a good job, we could hire a local firm.

I'm a firm believer in what goes around comes around.

With that being said, I'm looking for an experienced CPA or reputable firm to get some real estate accounting experience with.

If the renters tell you long-winded stories/explanations especially when you didn't even really ask, take note as it's probably a red flag that they're full of excuses.If the tenants are currently month-to-month, you could request the landlord have everyone vacated before you close.If you keep the tenants, be sure to be firm but fair.

We are retired, comfortable, make good rental income on the property, Building almost paid off, but getting tired of doing the minor maintenance & management (used to work for Property Mnge. firm, don't want that).

The firms purchase mortgages from lenders and then sell them as packaged securities that are guaranteed by the government.Source: "U.S.

Our firm is looking for a full time loan manager.