I've seen too many people who appear healthy, working their tails off and then they deteriorate way too young and never get to even enjoy "retirement age" (regardless of whether they actually retire or not).Based on what I've read here (on BP forums) and after speaking to family/friends we decided to grow our investment portfolio further.

The Tenants agree not to permit any deterioration or destruction to occur while they are occupying the property. 19.ALTERATIONS:Tenant shall make no alterations, decorations, additions, or improvements in or to the premises without Landlords’ prior written consent, and then only by contractors or mechanics, or other approved by Landlord.

Also remember that a properly winterized home continues to deteriorate.

What exactly is “normal wear and Tear”/ The definition is the deterioration of the property that occurs during occupancy where the tenant cleans regurarly and cares for the premises reasonably.Remember security deposits are for the protection of the landlord in the event that something is damaged or really dirty.What Can and Can’t be Deducted from a Security Deposit?

The condition however has deteriorated and it's a very old house, I believe it to be worth closer to $700K at the moment.A large and well known mortgage servicer was assigned to us, and they currently have the outstanding principal at $651K, but when I recently requested a pay off quote it came out to just about the same figure as what the house is worth, so, no equity.My mother is 80 years old and English is not her first language. 

The quality of neighborhood starts deteriorating...

The property is being sold by a daughter who is moving her mom out of state to live with her, since her mom's health has deteriorated.

For instance, if I rent a house for $2,500 per month is the roof going to deteriorate any quicker than one on a house that rents for $600?

@Russell Brazil My initial intention was to occupy the space and make it my permanent residence, however my fathers health deteriorated shortly after I made the purchase, which is why I made the decision to stay with my parents and try and rent the apartment out, rather then sell and take a loss.

. - most expensive) and once they have the payment, follow up deteriorates dramatically in terms of responsiveness and quality.