I only know what you confess about being a confrontational person and having an ex-con/bully neighbor and  I relate with that.It's a tough situation, no doubt...but, please don't dismiss the other responses because of their judgement or wording, they mostly make total sense and are offering you the path of least resistance and highest probability of safety and success in the long term.I'm not saying give up your warrior spirit, just reminding you that in war, warriors die and more often, innocent civilians(like your family).

Around here, I suggest $10K, but MA is a very tenant-friendly state.As a buyer's agent, I would strongly resist this.

The stuff is fire resistant and impervious to insects and rot.

You'll have much better success and less resistance if you'll ask for it as part of the upfront due diligence application. 

My approach was somewhat the path of least resistance.

I've tried to get on board with the idea of cold calling, but I have so much internal resistance to it.  

Maybe make it good terms terms can’t resist . 

The short answer: No.The long answer: As someone that loves the topic of productivity, I couldn't resist this one!

@Kevin KollingGo the path of least resistance and use an architect.

I thought I'd be their foreclosure angel coming down to save them from this tragedy.Instead I am met with resistance, rudeness and a bunch of other things.So........