This change makes it harder to use large deposits as a protective measure, which might explain part of the difficulty landlords are facing in managing tenant risk.As for the post-COVID surge in applicants with problematic rental histories, many landlords across Baltimore have noted similar patterns.

Knowing you tile is important, because the cost to install penny tile is different than 12x12 sq, or if you are doing a complex pattern.  

The most common pattern I see is landlords just... holding.

Even when the fact pattern rises to gross negligence most plaintiff's attorneys will frame their complaint as negligence omitting certain facts to improve the chances of insurance cooperation.

It is difficult to maintain, it scratches, it warps, it stains, it needs to be cleaned with cleaners made for wood floors, pets tear it up, it transfers noise, it shows wear patterns, etc. 

Just let them know that a pattern of long vacancies, overruns on turnaround costs, and poor communication are not something you will to accept as an investor. 

Example: A backsplash that is a different color from rest of the kitchen (a warm green or red against white and grey walls), a tile that has a unique look or pattern to it, crown molding on cabinets, or a unique light fixture.

Later, we stripped off the old patterned wallpaper inside the house and saw that the walls were covered in water stains.

Seems like there's a pattern underlying them.

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