Anyway, your point stands and this is an aspect of renting we have become more conscious of recently.

Being budget conscious when renovating and they "add" more value than they cost.

That’s the progression from Unconscious Incompetence to Conscious Incompetence.Here's one explanation of this concept.7.Practice these skills any time you can, on anyone.

I have some great kiddos that have been instrumental in completing home improvement projects in the past and I believe it’ll be an easy transition into helping them become more financially conscious.

Grannie did pass away :( But about a year before, my mom and uncle had my grandmother ( still a conscious decision maker, but entering hospice) deed the house to them.

That way your conscious is clear(er).

If they don't pay at least you have a clear conscious that you didn't throw them out and you also setup yourself to not have to find a tenant if they do pay. 

Even if you don't consciously notice the dingy walls, I think people can subconsciously 'feel' that the place was kind of tired. 

Maybe a quick phone call would work but Tim is a busy guy, I would be conscious of taking up too much time.

She is beginning to cash out/sell some of her properties, but is very conscious of minimizing the taxes she will have to pay.