You've got it twisted this time I think, my man.I'm not a broker, I'm a realtor.

The trouble with that is with enough knobs to twist, you can make any investment look good.

It's fake, no other way to say it.Bernanke's college thesis, which he used in real life was based on the premise of, "If you make the herd believe things are OK, they will act like it's OK".I am getting back into the game after being pummeled by the last economy, an injury and a very expensive divorce.I have a full time thing, of which I will be using to "inch" my way back in.I scrutinize everything a lot more now.I do agree the banks, (with government arm twisting) have been more prudent in loans making for a more solid RE structure.The only caveat I see is:Foreign money is heavily involved in my local market and others, so I am looking elsewhere with a bigger down payment to ensure cash flow right away, (200+ per door, net) and ride any modest value depreciation which I believe IS coming.I am also fortunate to have a construction background and RE properties are, well, constructed.

It takes all of 5 minutes with a gentle soap and garden hose.  

Sent the gentle reminder similar to @Max James above.

But the inspector plays it cool and just keeps gently asking her why he can't come inside, it will literally only take 2 seconds.  

The big question is can you un twist it @David Faulkner

Here is an example of ours:LAUNDRY ROOM RULESUse the laundry room only during the hours of 8:00 am to 10:00 pm; Start loads no later than 8:30 pm as it takes about an hour and a half to complete washing/drying; The washing machine cycle runs for 25 minutes and the dryer cycle runs up to 60 minutes.Remove clothing promptly from machines; plan accordingly.Open/close outside door quietly; gently pull the door closed and use your key to lock it.Open/close appliance lids and doors quietly;Do not overload the machines; overloading of the washer reduces effectiveness of cleaning and overloading of the dryer poses a fire hazard.Clean lint filter before and after running a load in the dryer; Keep the area tidy.Turn off lights and lock door when leaving.If you experience any problems in using the laundry room or equipment, please call the owner/manager at XXX-XXX-XXXX.THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

Wow hard twist by HUD to force people to rent to felons or others with criminal records. 

In the latest rentals I try to get gently used appliances from Craigslist in Black.