Now proper accounting is still important because bookkeeping is the first and best tax strategy for most people but there was a huge time difference in the services performed.

Sometimes if there isn't an agent involved (or an agent that isn't properly engaged) the software will use incorrect assumptions due to errors in public record and available data. 

I believe the water damage is the root cause of the mold problem, and I’m considering filing an insurance claim to cover the repairs and remediation.For those who have gone through this process, what steps should I take to ensure the claim is handled properly?

Agreed, wanted something to get started on (not to mention that so many websites rate these background check portal and by the time I test them, they fizzle in features/functionality.

Regarding adding the bedroom, I think it would be an excellent approach if you could keep the layout functional. 

Take ownership of your mistake and learn to do the proper due diligence recommended above😊

Did the lease auto-renewal for another year because tenant didn't give proper notice?

Code requires functional not fancy.

I guess we'd have to if someone actually had a real ESA cat with proper paperwork, but so far, it's been the ones trying to force us to allow their cat, and they've been ruled out for other qualification issues.

If they are on a month-to-month lease, just terminate her tenancy with proper notice.