For the bedrooms and bath, choose colors from the rug, and use them, you can't go wrong! 

The tenant fails to pay their last month's rent and leaves the place needing new flooring and paint.

If you don't have a crazy house like a potato, a tremendous view or historical area, then choosing a pic is harder.I like the idea of the game room if that is your best feature.

I choose that market due to affordability, potential cashflow and cash on cash return. 

- We have 5 to choose from, depending on the property and feedback.On another note, what is your PMC doing to secure the property against squatters and theft of mechanicals?

Choosing a higher deductible MAY allow you to maximize cash flow, but as you know, every investor's situation is different. 

I have owned so many properties in NY that were long-term rentals and it is renter-friendly, but if you choose correctly, you won't really ever care.Meetups are a great way to add to podcasts and books.

Painted 100% of the exterior.  

I installed cabinets, painted it, and made it back into a residential rental unit.

If you choose not to show up, he would almost certainly be awarded a judgement.Of course, you could choose not to pay the judgement, but then he can send it to a collections agency and your credit score will be trashed.I don't see a scenario here where you get through this cleanly.