By the way, their definition of what is considered finished has differed from my contractors on several occasions and Lima One has nothing in writing in terms of definitions.

The market has changed a bit so I think this approach would receive a cool reception (meaning your property wouldn't sell). 2-3 years ago it might have worked on an occasion.

On the rare occasion that someone complains because they don’t like the smell or they have an allergy, I simply remind them that they can UNPLUG them.

If you charge arbitrarily or only ask for it on random occasions past the 3rd just because you feel like it, all while your lease says "late after midnight on the 3rd day" wont look good to a judge.

That's why there is ten days of time between due day and eviction filing.On occasion, I have made exceptions for longer term good tenants, who communicated that they can't make rent BEFORE they are late, AND it's no question they have experienced a sudden unforseen event beyond their control. 

It sounds like the bank did not have good communication with the appraiser at all (which was costly on two occasions).Not closing on time.

Since we did live together I recently heard on two occasions where something heavy was dropped.

As expected I was denied on multiple occasions, but in the long run I was still able to raise enough to close. 

I have fined her on 4 occasions and am getting to the end of my rope.

Right, so performing a one-time service (even on multiple occasions), such as being an agent, doesn't really merit a long-term equity position.