More CA specific info here - https://expressevictions.com/c...And this one says tenant must prove both that you accepted the payment AND did not notify them that partial payment would be insufficient.https://www.justia.com/trials-...So, post a new letter and include language that partial payments are not sufficient (and maybe put the legal phrase "accepted with reservation" that some other states require, as well).

In addition you could get them to come out during the due diligence period to check the pressure tank, well pump, etc to see if it may be a cheaper fix. 

So one red flag I do see in your analysis is zero seasoning period.

Most banks/lenders will require an ownership seasoning period from 90 day to 6 months or longer.

During the refinance period I could really see the neighborhood turning around.

If the person becomes one of my tenants then they get a different tag.This allows me to reach out periodically (and simply) to check in and see if I can serve them in any way.

Also some states have right of way easements if you have been using a certain part of land for a certain period of time.

What if Warren Buffet never made his first investment in 1961 when the 1960s the United States experienced its longest uninterrupted period of economic expansion in history.  

No, but there is a 120 day redemption period the IRS has that you should wait out prior to doing any rehab etc.  

Once you know your worst case and it still makes scene, tell DH - don't worry darling, I got it :) Oh, and you can almost always extend inspection period if you need too.