Some lenders have "float downs," but typically these are lenders with high "starting" rates to begin with, they're just cutting into excess profit they normally collect, it's not actually a float down even though it appears that your pricing gets better.So if you're getting a good rate, expect not to be able to float it down.

Excess heat and condensation can cause major damage to your roof and roofing materials."

I find the additional protection excessive if you own, let's say 5 duplexes all with liability insurance policies on them.

Excessive candle burning.....

Only Tier 3 requires annual inspections because it "requires excessive city services, poorly maintained or managed, may be at a higher risk for fire damage". 

Anything excessive could backfire on you and it's what causes tenants to fight you in court rather than move on. 

I understand this amount isn't excessive, but I feel like I need to take action so that I can understand the process better when this occurs again.I provided the tenant with a move-out letter and inspection report on August 2.

I have high income and generate $150k in excess earnings per year which I used over the last few years to build my investment portfolio.

Use your excess funds to buy more property. 

I do not currently have a lot of excess cash to make downpayments on a home and am looking for alternatives to start investing more in to real estate.