I usually just look up the real owner in public records, skip-trace their contact info, let them know someone is trying to use their land for a scam and offer to put a sign up at the property that says "NOT FOR SALE" (ironic for a real estate agent right?).

Ironically when I first hired them their service was quite good. 

Flat roofs, old roof age, old electrical, cast iron plumbing and non impact openings will mean much higher premiums. 

If you decide to do it, make sure you a) have tons of insurance, b) have an iron-clad, airtight contract.The obvious risk is that your arbitraging renter hits a downturn in the vacation rental market.

And if you have to think about price when we're talking about $30 vs $40, then you really need to rethink your priorities (nothing personal :-)Yes Behr Marquee is up to $49 a gallon but you will never look back...you want a paint that will (usually) get one coat coverage. and will wear like iron.....

Appreciate some feedback.I had a tenant, ironically also in Gaithersburg (hope it’s not the same person because she was a pain in the *** lol) but she wanted a new carpet we paid half, she paid her half via us uppping the rent $50 over what it otherwise would have been, so that’s always a creative option, however I wouldn’t want gas at my property if I could avoid it, always a risk of a leak or worse so I’d probably lean towards saying no to this specific request. 

And, ironically, it seems that Acapulco has undergone a renaissance with Mexican tourism.On January 16, 2017, 5 people, including foreigners died in an exchange of gunfire at the Blue Parrot nightclub during a music festival as a collateral damage of a fight between drug dealers.

It's somewhat ironic that I, being a tax professional, insist on pushing taxes into a secondary role, but I do.

A cash offer as highest bid is almost always preferred, ironically. 

-new doors (all of the interior and exterior doors are new, including new hardware locks, hinges, etc)-new kitchen countertop-new waterproof treated butcher block countertops-new large kitchen sink with stretch faucet-new extensive shelving in the large closets-new tubs, shower surrounds, faucets (brushed nickel)-new toilets-new vanities, sinks, faucets -new bathroom hardware (brushed nickel)-Bluetooth bathroom fans with speakers-custom recessed shelving -3 entrances to house: front, side and rear-historic rod iron fence in front yard (refinished) What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?