Hi @Marv Edelstein,I find myself in the same situation.

Additionally, i live in Chicago, so i won't see it before closing which is in 30 days. 

We have in our lease that we take care of the first 30 days after move in and after that it is the tenants responsibility. 

My intention is not to boast but to inspire and share the significant impact that BiggerPockets, especially Joshua Dorkin and Brandon Turner, have had on my life.I first encountered BiggerPockets at 23 while enduring long 14+ hour days as a pipe fitter on hydroelectric dams in northern Manitoba, working 21 days on and 5 days off shift schedules.Although I was earning well for my age and educational background (I barely graduated high school), the job was unfulfilling and almost toxic, mainly because of the dynamics with the associates in the industry.

Same goes for you @Robert Ellis. 

Or find a lender that’s been around more than 3 days.

When shopping around, make sure they use the same or greater limits.  

You may also want to consider renting month-month or airbnb it for 30+ days as you wait for your permit. 

One day turnovers, volume discount on maintenance, faster maintenance response.  

Something about the entitlement, but I don't blame her and would feel the same in her shoes.