In regards to maintenance, when I bought my first property in this market I reached out to several trade businesses and explained my plan in the market and what my expectation would be if I used them, they were very appreciative as no one had ever done that, so as items come up I reach out to these places based on my need and they have been very responsive and eager to grow the relationship.  

Make sure it explicitly explains the process for termination if you are unhappy with their services, but especially if they violate the terms of your agreement.3.

Thanks for explaining this in clear language, it can get confusing trying to understand the reasons for an LLC.

You need to sit down with someone who can explain the numbers to you. 

Exactly how are you going to explain the NEED to go from a vinyl floor to a tile floor because your tenants bathe their pets in the bathtub?

If your tenants are on a month-to-month, then simply write an addendum to their leases explaining the new property boundaries/whatever.

You can then send them a letter explaining the rent increase and to contact you with any questions.

Quote from @Anthony Ziccardi: @Wesley W.thank you for your response my lease does state all common areas must remain free from any personal belongings as well as they assume liability to any left or damage to personal property in carports and driveways.Should I call are for claims lawyers in preparation for a possible caseI would explain to the tenant your position regarding the incident, then leave it at that until if/when they decide to bring you to small claims court

Could you help explain.

But adding a little bit more detail and explaining your thinking will go a long way in truly coming up with a real plan.Makes sense?