As for eviction, that is a hard pass, no exceptions, so what I am speaking about above is on people putting way too much faith in a 3 digit number vs looking at the details. 

I love being near colleges with exceptional graduate programs and you can often get on the housing registry for adjunct faculty coming in for a one year stay.

I'd guess it is prohibited, but there may be some exceptions.

Before people jump on me, there are lots of exceptions to the average, but it does point out that generally you shouldn’t be upgrading for the return.

There are always exceptions, but I would say you would be lucky if any of these items would be covered under Vandalism and not Wear and Tear.  

First, as for the state of Florida, lease agreements can only be created by attorneys, except for Supreme Court approved standard leases in your state.

What is it that your wife thinks an agent does besides finding a property for someone and providing the contract which they don't make exceptions to?

You're certainly in a great position being debt free except for the Merced place to make this move. 

Pittsburgh is very diverse and the markets are no exception; before investing in the many and varying markets make sure to properly analyze them.

However, some local jurisdictions may mandate it.Additionally, bedrooms must meet certain electrical outlet and lighting requirements, cannot have openings directly into a garage, and with some exceptions cannot contain gas appliances.