I almost felt myself compelled to do it bc I didn't know what to do.

I assume income and real estate taxes were paid individually by your dad in some manner.

I do this in a clockwise manner starting from the entry.

There is probably something to be said about relying too heavily on attorneys as a supplement to your knowledge being dangerous but we will leave that for another thread.In a non-negative manner, let's recite the questions and see if we can give some answers:Do I need to research all the laws of any state I am looking at?

Different lenders will view the situation in different ways so they should expect to speak with either a mortgage broker who works with multiple lenders or they cn approach nore than one lender to get a handle on their particular underwriting perspective .It is always a delicate conversation and should be handled in an honest and forthright manner.

The lease is long, but at lease there isn't any question as to who is responsible for what.To summarize:-Comply with HOA requirements-Keep the premises clean-Keep all plumbing fixtures in good repair-Use everything as it is expected to be used and in a reasonable manner (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.)

Sometimes on Christmas Eve, we take them a bottle of Vodka just as a Thank You and since the holidays can be stressful for parents...also being available to them answering calls & rectifying situations in a prompt manner,being a woman/landlord of my word.

You must disclose your offer is subject to a pending sale or specifiy that you are not offering good title in some manner as you fail to have the BUNDLE OF RIGHTS, the power to sell with good title......

I have properties and experience but I do not have experience in doing things in a "professional" manner.

Based on your story, I would work with her.She seems to understand the impact of an eviction.If she can't come up with the $500, I would take a partial payment for whatever she has in her bank account.The eviction will cost you more than the $500.Hell, sometimes I feel compelled to review their finances with them and see where they can cut expenses, just so I can get my rent easier.I have had tenants who shouldn't be subscribing to cable or direcTV or full blown cell phone plans.