I would send a lease violation notice that advises the tenant that they have violated the no smoking provision of the lease and that it needs to be cured immediately - to include complying (not smoking) and remove any odor/damage that may have resulted.

Since you are splicing multiple pictures, why not show a good one of the game room and other other key parts of the house instead of all of the game room?

Quote from @Martin Streich: If it is in the middle of the contract term, you either have to terminate it and rewrite a contract, including the other tenant or wait until the contract is done and add the new tenant to the contract on the next lease.

Alternatively, your sibling might use a 1031 exchange to defer taxes by reinvesting in like-kind properties, though this doesn't directly fund a primary residence.Other ideas include leveraging a HELOC on the rental properties for the down payment, taking out a 401(k) loan, structuring an owner-financed agreement, or a lease-to-own arrangement.

That's their whole game!

Pittsburgh is home to many major universities including the rapidly growing Carnegie Mellon University which is “at least partially responsible for Pittsburgh’s growth, from revitalized neighborhoods to a vibrant and booming restaurant scene.”

Real estate investing can absolutely be a game-changer when it comes to freeing up your time and helping shape the community you care about—especially in our beautiful region.You’re on the right track by diving into BiggerPockets.

Considering traveling nurses/workers, as well as seasonal rental for ND home games (also a huge Fighting Irish family).

I recognize there are other ways I could invest this cash (including another property) but I am being mindful of levering myself out too much in the current environment where job losses are more common in my industry (tech).

I would keep detailed records of my deals to include photos that I could use later when I am approaching a potential funding partner.