My kids have freedom to play safely in the snow. 

They have to call, get it authorized, etc… maybe return the part, etc.  

You want to develop a plan for how to handle that in advance.In our book, payment history & longevity play a “first factor” in how we respond.  

Location plays a big part in it.

I’m considering it more and more but I feel I should stick with the area I’m familiar with and play it safe for my first rental.

Despite my attempts to resolve these issues, Justin Banks, the property manager, tried to manipulate me into feeling guilty by playing the single dad card, relating to the tenant.

Im not here to defend the author because just like you said we have no idea of the reno and associated costs.

I believe I can choose between a  City Housing Inspector or Authorized Inspector to conduct the inspection.

Usually you just have to play around with the HUD a little bit to have it work out if necessary.

There's a real good chance that the lease requires them to do several things: upkeep on the unit is a big one (damage to property), weeds outside and landscaping (which encourage pests and insects to inhabit the property), pets authorized or not, additional tenants on the property that are not on the lease.