We were extremely hard pressed to find a painter to do this which is why I said I could do it.

There is a press release from them in nearly 18 months ago talking about how they had $1bn in agreements... https://fox5sandiego.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswi...In my 17 years in real estate, I have never heard of any group that had that much money committed without taking even the first step of closing on the land.

When i press on the cracked areas, it does not appear soft or wet.I plan to fix it, but I worry it may reappear in months.

I have found the best way to get attention is to go the press and be very loud about the lazy or indifferent system. 

I'm surprised you're still hearing negative things about it considering there's been so much positive press and chatter lately.

If your investment is still profitable with the increase, then press ahead.

On some streets we're the only rentals, and you would be hard pressed to identify the rentals. 

Beyond immediate safety concerns, the long-term financial implications, including taxes, are a pressing issue for those impacted by the disaster.

Now this Jan 1st another slew that pressed the bar of standards and requirements even higher. 

As far as benefit to the seller goes, @Matthew Paul I think you are probably right on the money and regardless of whether they would have preferred to stay in this house rather than move, it is likely providing them some excellent cash flow; and I'd be hard-pressed to come up with a deal that serves both parties better than the current situation.