Always be cautious of what you charge on things like paint, flooring etc.. most judges will use life expectancy and divide out a pro rated amount you could charge the tenant for excessive damage and not normal wear and tear 

I hope you or someone is at least keeping an eye on your properties for break ins, squatters, roof leaks, temperature control, frozen pipes (if in cold climate), if you have a basement and sump pump goes out leading to water damage etc.I just talked to two investors in California that have let their properties sit vacant (no mortgages so paying property taxes and insurance).

You'll have tenants that don't pay, damages made, and potentially other disasterous situations occur on your properties. 

most contracts your 5k is your liquidated damages in most contracts. .. so snag that fire the agent and find another buyer if 13k is that important to you.. for sure not worth hiring an attorney for. 

I'm currently dealing with severe property damage on a single-family fifixer-upper in the Atlanta metro area, and my insurance adjuster hinted at hiring a public adjuster.I'm new to this and could use some guidance.

What happens if the box shows up wrong or damaged?

We have pulled permit for one STR, like air B n B and have furnished one of the units.

There has been a lot of emotional damage to both sides. 

Mark down all the multis you see by looking for two or more doors in front or multiple air handlers outside or gas meters.

Im more a hands on learning definitely and as far as living in a unit i couldn't yet because its out of the kids school district  plus the limited space. but thats the goal, to buy a small air or inn to manage and run for work while still renting in our district and then looking to buy since we're renters again!