However, I felt that I had a deep understanding of the market, the competitors, the products and the company I was invested in to make the right decisions.  

I've done a lot of work for people with deep pockets, and one of the biggest reasons they would trust me to take care of a job, then just hand them a bill when it was completed, was because I respected their budget and expenses.

I don't know much about SEO, thus why i haven't explored too deep into it. 

IMO, once a foreclosure has begun, it's no time to jump into the deep end of the pool.Duck, cover and get out of the way.

Hey Gang - Long time listener, first time caller here.I'm Jay Chekansky from Asheville, NC and I'm currently neck deep in my first flip.  

I agree with @Steve Vaughan sanding the floors should solve the problem since the staining only usually goes so deep in the wood.

You should be billing him for all the broke items you keep repairing also if it is not normal wear and tear.I think you will be relieved once he is gone!

Having a neighbor stop by mid-2 feet deep in urine soaked refuse - may not be the best time to chat.  

I've tried to no avail to relieve the bank of the property prior to listing.

Local investors will have the best chance to make them work along with some deep pockets to cover the repairs and mortgage during vacancy.