Do you only have to take care of it if it's deteriorated, or do you need to remove all of it, even if it means gutting the house?

This will typically be about a ten year fix, due to the flexing mentioned above, and deterioration of the surface from improper abrasive cleaning. 2) Gut to the studs, install hardybacker board, medium quality American Standard cast iron/porcelain tub, and ceramic tile surround (without niches for soap dish or shelves- these are always the "weak link" in surrounds and are typically the first area to start deteriorating).

If a landlord cannot generate enough money to maintain properties, they will be forced to forego repairs and let buildings deteriorate.

Because of looming capital expense2. deteriorating neighborhood3.

And the wholesalers will be direct mailing them and as their houses sit there vacant they will deteriorate  a for real contractor comes in and gives a for real bid..

He explained that over time the gas going into the chimney can erode and deteriorate the inside of the chimney and cause a lot of damage.  

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.Creating an LLC in California would cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

If you do paint it, you have to use the right paint (which might actually be a stain) to allow it to breathe or the brick will deteriorate.

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.Creating an LLC in California would cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

Then the properties deteriorate from lack of maintenance and ultimately government winds up selling the housing units to the tenants over time-tenants have no choice-buy or be homeless.