I used a faucet as an example because that is an item that normally breaks down first and often observe customers walking down the fixture aisle at HD or Lowes looking for the least expensive option, whereas purchasing inexpensive tile or other cosmetic items won't necessarily cause maintenance issues although I would argue will cost you revenue (more on this below). 

I am considering building a rooftop deck/rooftop terrace on the rear side of an upper level addition. 

The asking rent growth rate decline of 2.7% observed over the past 12 months compares unfavorably to the long-term performance of the metro, and rent growth deceleration has been shared broadly among the Los Angeles metropolitan area's thirty-seven apartment submarkets.Competitive Inventory, Household Formations, AbsorptionThe first quarter added 6,770 net new households to the Los Angeles MSA.

After 45 + years investing in, purchasing and selling notes and real property; structuring “deals”, running investment funds and syndications, I have observed that many (most) investors both hesitate too long gathering too much information before making an offer AND do not do enough investigation, analysis and due diligence before they finalize a purchase.Seems like opposites, right?  

Anyone who's been observing long-term trends will likely be thinking: I should be getting my FIXED Interest Rate Loan in place NOW, rather than waiting to do it in two years time.But here you are, being lured into doing just the opposite?

Just my observation. 

@Michael Noto: Great observation that "Good PMs manage properties in good areas ...good PMs do not deal with bad areas for the most part.

From my observations 90% of those who post on the forums about asset protection cannot articulate the risks they believe they are/must protect against with their recommended entity formations.  

I’m currently trying to decide between two 3 bedroom units (one is roof top with gulf views and boat slip, other is ground floor with direct access to pool and big patio) , or a one bedroom in the same building that’s also roof top with gulf views (I believe sandpiper).

Let us know if you're still looking at this one and what you think about the observations Dave pointed out!