I realizing the duplex conversion strategy is more complex I probably wouldn't try it on my first property, just want to get a sense of what's possible in the Chattanooga market :) Thanks!

Things they wouldn’t have realized until I had their money and there was no going back.It goes both ways.

I realize it may be a stupid one but I'm willing to look stupid if it means I learn something. 

I realize it's just an example and my comment is a generalization but just something to be aware of.With regards to the original question, I think it comes down more to what you want to do and what the offer is for walking away vs. rebuilding.That is the exact example a public insurance adjuster used when speaking to a local investor group a few years ago.

Many real estate investors don't realize they may qualify for a valuable home office deduction when managing their rental properties.

But let’s be real—people use these terms interchangeably all the time, often without realizing the distinctions.

I provided washer and dryer, and upon move out, realized the washing machine was completely different. 

I realize these are already very good terms, but I thought I'd check what is possible.

Hopefully they realize working with you and paying higher rent is better than moving. 

I work in engagement marketing and deal with construction tradesmen all day, usually more custom type tradespersons with a lot of care and concern for their own work, which may glamorize it more than I realize.