I know lots of installers don't do it, and I personally prefer the unimpeded look, but anything installed outside of the requirements of the material is probably going to be limited, i.e. the insurance company is not going to pay you because the material was not installed according to flooring requirements. 

I’m a 41-year-old father of six who loves the Lord and is driven by a desire to build a better future for my family through real estate.I own a small tile installation business, am a certified insurance agent, and am currently in the process of obtaining my real estate license.

Investing is different from speculating, in that it’s data driven and therefor predictable and you have factors that play in that covers your downside and strengthen your chance of upside. 

And remember, authentic content that reflects your unique perspective and experience will always be more impactful than recycled material.

I understand the basis is all the remodel cost or labor and materials. 

not to mention you can go on E bay and for 50 bucks or less you can buy any Guru's printed materials or tapes.. they all give them at the start of their seminars in exchange for the big fee's folks pay to go.. 

I am 70% thru the materials and will likely go back and do a quick review of all materials before siting for the exam.

I am asking anyone knowledgeable to provide any measures or strategies that could materially make a difference in heading off the risk of serious financial harm of the eviction process with non-paying tenants.

I came up with $385,000 to build for material/labor.

Overseeing tradesmen while they work on your properties sounds like material participation to me.