I agree that you should move the smoking space elsewhere.

Offered full price + $5300 in repair credits (the current tenants smoke, so I'm thinking repaint + refloor + install new HVAC, which is unrelated to the smoking) and the seller will pay $1300 of the closing cost.

There's been no issues over the last 10 years except for the guy who had ex-cons who smoked the last few days, just to stick to the schedule.

The biggest problem with MO is first off smoking rates are decreasing world wide.

Unmitigated water damage becomes mold damage and and there is the potential of extensive smoke damage in the same airspace.That's a quick run-down.

I really thought I was just shooting in the dark with my question but This BiggerPockets thing is amazing!

I'm still totally in the dark about location, though.

If you don't want people smoking inside the house then let them know as well.

The unit was completely redone a month ago and I have reason to believe the tenant is smoking cigarettes inside and now not paying.

Insurance is a necessity but I tend to go for the higher deductibles.Don't fall for smoke and mirrors from insurance agents.