Here 's some bullet points to consider from our market:1) Unfortunately, most HAs no longer take away tenant vouchers for program abuses, including property damages.

They serve veteran women who deal w/ substance abuse and homelessness.

They are worth the investment because they get used and abused

And then in comes the junk....we're now at 20 cars, a bus, an RV or two, a tow truck, washers/dryers, and even an airplane fuselage...yes you read that right.A bunch of us neighbors called the County of course and they sent out a Code Enforcement officer.

Windows, homes of the 1900s will have single pane windows with wood sashes often times these are in disrepair due to abuse and neglect over the years.

BTW, he and his roommate were registered sex offenders, with minor children by force, abuse of authority. 

This is the simplest method, but it also means your tenants are more likely to abuse the utilities by leaving windows open with the heat or A/C running, leaving lights on, ignoring the toilet that constantly flushes on its own, etc.3.

With a deposit on the line renters are much less likely to abuse the privilege. 

All the reason later in life he could stand there and take all the abuse he did.

There are a lot of facts about your situation that are missing from your story that are needed to make an informed opinion, therefore, I believe it's not reasonable to expect to receive any actionable advice on BP.Since you also write you're in your 70's, I suggest you look for an attorney, or a recommendation from a federal, state, local agency or private interest group (AARP comes to mind) for an attorney who specializes in elder abuse cases.Good luck.