What is important is COC, IRR, ARR, etc The IRR on a 3 year value add that primarily requires proper asset management to double NOI would be outstanding.

Let's say you do fight it and the one that backed out ended up becoming the landlord, can you imagine what your clients would possibly endure getting anything repaired?

Civic FS definitely has some great programs in place for this and the customer support has been outstanding.

., clerks office, as well as the municipal dept..I’ve found out that the taxes are behind going on 3 years, the municipal dept. advised me that one of the units water bill is outstanding about $7k.

So don't try to fight and put a square peg in a round hole, find a way that works for you.

You may also want to save some money back in case you get another bump in value/taxes/insurance for next year.Also consider fighting your tax appraisal next year if it makes sense.   

So as a property owner you have to fight back against those requests from a tenant or fill up the space with a different tenant that is not going to demand that to do a lease.Certain price ranges say 4 million and up less cash buyer than 3 million and below.

I have heard that Mike is an outstanding agent.

then do not return the deposit until you've done the inspection and send them a note saying the remainder is being used for outstanding rent. 

Fight for the lowest price possible.