Everybody makes choices in their life and depending on the individual it’s a smart choice, at least for them and that’s what people need the idea  or belief that their choice was a smart one. 

Best case, had 2 nuns from a religious order who wanted to do that.

I appreciate the belief in instant success in RE in Colorado.

I think it's not talked about much because of the misconceptions...one of which is that everything has to be plain Jane neutral to sell because homeowners are just going to change it anyway...that belief will get many investors into some real hot water.

These aren't fairweather friends by any stretch and we all share the same philosophical and economic beliefs.

But in either event, I would just hire a pest control to spray the premises for a low rate and I would notify the tenant that they'll be responsible moving forward as your doing this as a courtesy.If you feel inclined, stand firm on your beliefs.

You need to get past that belief first or REI is not for you. 

Next, if the landlord must send a properly written "Notice of Belief of Abandonment" notice and give 18 days for the tenant to respond.

The only exceptions are markets like Austin in which the dealers have enough demand from credit-worthy customers that they will rent the vacant lots from you (almost like spec homes) in the belief that they can get a customer.The bottom line is don't think that vacant lots = no demand.

@Randy Bloch, the only thing I sharply disagree with you on, just based on my belief system is:"...But I don’t think people should be able to direct their own investments as someone needs to protect people from doing stupid stuff."