The upside of that is when they move out (because you won't be renewing their lease), if there are ANY stains; you can bill them 100% of the cost for that carpet because it was brand new when they lived there (okay maybe not 100% as it will be a few months old when they move out, but 95%). 

For their upcoming renewal, I would like to draw up a brand-new lease and add an updated pet policy so they will know my rules if I give written permission (they have asked us to consider a dog- which current lease says no pets, but considered case-by-case). 

Everything is brand new in the cabin too and our listing pictures are professional.

These tenants reported the wood porch floor being damaged, and since it is old, I replaced it with brand new boards. 

I bought flooring from Ollie's Bargain Outlet, a chain store we have around here that buys lots of name brand goods.

You’re looking in the wrong place - try this thread https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/816680-real-e... 

These are brand new homes which will be completed in next couple of weeks.

looking at 75-80% ltv for a heloc, yes all rental income are in schedule e 

You create your own business image and branding including advertising.

Brand new to BP other than listening to many podcasts.Self-employed and have been using most extra income to reinvest in my business to grow it.