I've seen landlords live in blissful ignorance for 5-10 years due to dumb luck, then their world comes crashing down and they lose everything.I have a book, there are some in the BP bookstore, or you can check out one of my personal favorites, Every Landlord's Legal Guide by NOLO.

Related damages:When tenant took possession, the living room had a vertical blind set apx 70” long (covering two windows.)

My first property was a duplex, and then a year or so later she bought her house, and we moved in together living in MIL suite basement and rented out the rest of the house.

We currently live in CT. 

Quote from @Chris Seveney: Quote from @Eric Henson: Do you guys ever take the risk of buying a foreclosure at sheriff sale with the previous owner still living in it?

We lived in the property for 2 years and rented for 2 years to tenants, so by selling now, we ensured that we could avoid capital gains taxes.

- what if someone is occupying the living areas more than someone else and it causes an issue? 

Science, monetary policy, stock market are all just speculation but people still believe and live with it.

Having lived in IN for 8 years before moving to Austin TX, I believe this city offers great opportunity now and much potential.

Better to concentrate on decreasing expenses and saving for now.