How much will pest and termite control cost monthly?

In that sense, all the money is under my control and only affects us taxwise.

Investing in real estate isn't all about buying property it's all about creating and controlling your own future.

However, RUBS is generally a contractual issue, and additionally, may be limited by local rent control. 

I operate in 7 markets and in each market we have a quality control manager or runner, a cleaner with at least 2 backups, and a handyman/woman.

To have a whole business based on something that we really don't have much control over (ie. local regulations) and that many people are actually opposed to...

You might need to get surveillance cameras to help, but I would stay on it aggressively until you get it under control.

On July 1st, they sent a text message saying they did not agree with the rent increase and gave us a check for $900, subtracting the "overpayment" from June and stating they would be paying the $1350 moving forward.Our town does not have rent control (we checked prior to raising the rent) but we do acknowledge that raising the rent by 33% could be seen as unconscionable although NJ law does not specify a dollar amount or percentage on rent increases.

I recommend you talk to a lender and get real clear on what you can qualify for, what you can do to improve your borrowing position, and make sure you have your finances under control.

Some of the people may be friends or extended family that is hard for her to control, but she is ultimately responsible for.Would you rent to her again?