And do it the second month and so on... and then you can proceed in to court and file an eviction or refuse to renew a lease based on habitually late rent, and you will have it well documented.

In the Denver, Colorado market these OZONES are in some very interesting areas that are very close (within one mile) to some very vibrant areas. 

Mark Updegraff Sounds like a great location, vibrant!

You should find out if the current tenants pay any portion of the rent, and ask for records of when those payments are made (are they on time every month, habitually late, months behind).

On the other hand, well-done desert architecture, landscaping, and vibrant colors are awesome, and frankly a very easy way to distinguish yourself from the million or so "meh" properties around the valley.  

That's just speaking as someone who has had a mediocre handyman and one that habitually rescheduled.  

A vibrant city like Seattle, Boulder, or even NY will always beat out a dying mid west city in terms of long term appreciation, liquidity in case you need to sell, and rent increase.

First of all, this is my first post in probably one of the best sites i have ever visited across all subjects even outside of real estate, excited to be part of this vibrant community.I'm in building a business plan phase for a buy and hold rental model.2 questions have come up while exploring the podcasts and forums.1.

They have really done a lot to try and keep that community vibrant and there are some very nice homes, shopping, and eating choices in that town.

Carpet-When we do have carpet, the carpet we use is color died in the liquid state, it is a less vibrant color, but the color will not come out.