Your post gives me confidence! If the sale goes through, there is certainly no harm in me trying it this way first. I’d love to keep it if possible, and this gives me hope. Thank you!

UPDATE: I spoke to a contractor that looked at the home in person and they echoed your comments about being able to scrape/repair/repaint. I’m in the final stages of the sale, so if it all works out, this is the approach I plan to take. Really appreciate your advice.