Even worse, most fail to take inventory of the pitfalls wheras you have a clear understanding of how to better approach your next project. 

If she fails or refuses, start the eviction process.If rent is paid up and your legal tenant has some belongings in the rental, then I would probably be kind and give all parties until the end of the month to vacate, but I would not negotiate more than that.

Your risk will typically be your earnest money and your reputation if you start signing contracts you fail to sell or perform on yourself.

If there weren't a variety of ways to profitably have a REI career, most investors would fail.

Quote from @Jay Dave: Any time you require a response, set a deadline and have a consequence if they fail.

If the report indicates a failing septic system, this triggers additional county oversight.

Education and research hours, "managing the property manager" all have failed under audit historically.

For example peeling paint will cause you to fail the inspection.

My opinion is that you're approaching the NYC market with the frame of reference from another market and you're setting yourself up to fail.

Your agent and broker failed you.