Also, verify ALL utilities (don't believe that dang Realtor for one min Wink ) go to the county for sewer and water.

In Florida, I believe the Homestead cap resets after a re-fi as well.

If the tenant insists on staying, that indicates that they don't really believe there's a health risk.I think your PM is incompetent or maybe just inexperienced.

I don't believe any sensible person would.   

I let them know, yes proceed on T&M not to exceed the original number and do not do any work above that number.Week later contractor finds an issue and says "hey, we have another issue and we can take care of it for $500, As it stands I believe I am going to come in under my estimated total." - So we authorize the work.Contractor submits the quote yesterday for $8k and is threatening me about it. 

My experience shows it cost way more than 5K in marketing per contract and The close ratio is less than 50% due to title issues or a seller changing their mind and/or being difficult ect.I believe it, it was just an example. 

I believe it used to be called REI Live, but is Deal Finders or something like that now.

@Ryan KonenOne that we believe goes overlooked is courage and the courage to speak up if you have an opinion as well as be open to feedback.As a ceo I am not perfect and do not know it all, If someone disagrees with me - then say it - and know there is not a backlash or repercussions for disagreement.

I recently thought I found a great duplex but when a local agent toured the property for me, they didn't even feel safe which lead us to believe finding the right tenants would be a challenge. 

@Sharon McCantsI don't believe it's possible anymore to get something 'turnkey' in the Pittsburgh area in a good neighborhood for $100K.