. :-)I'm willing to bet that the real GCs in Texas are every bit as good as in Cali.Agreed.All you need for a GC in TX is to file a business license with the state the last time I checked where in CA that's the last step with the fictitious entity at the county and city post qualifications/experience, testing, and backgrounds as you know @Bruce Woodruff 

@Marty Rogachefsky this does NOT sound like a Class B area, more like Class C at best.Also, from your description, sounds like a Class D property.Your PMC should be able to send you the S8 Property Standards for your review.You could also "accept" a S8 applicant and schedule the S8 inspection, just to get the list of repairs.In our opinion, if an owner won't keep their property up to S8 standards, which are not that demanding, then they are a slumlord.

It is also important to accept that living in the center of a big city is getting more expensive and that, for the same price, with time it is only possible to live in the 2nd/3rd tier neighbourhoods. 

There is a prohibition against posting the landlord's names if they are found to be in violation of the ordinance.The ordinance includes a $1 million mitigation fund for landlords to offset the costs associated with accepting vouchers.

I've attempted to tell them no and they won't accept that answer I've also tried the happy clause and they love the place and don't want to move out. 

Accepts 12 or 24 months of personal or business bank statements.

I have researched, bought, and used all sorts of products to test effectiveness.

For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

Most landlords in Milwaukee own less than 5 units and it is not a big focus in their lives, they are not on BP, they don't belong to the RPA etcIronically, for a couple bucks you can get a court-tested lease from Wisconsin Legal Blank or from the WRA.Court rulings like this also mean that it will make the market tighter for tenants as landlords are driven more and more into defensive strategies.

I know in my state, we have to accept cash payments.