I just had to fight tooth and nail to close a VA condo purchase for a client with a POA that was actually fairly well run, relatively speaking.

2) Property Preservation: as the owner you have the right to protect your property - even during an eviction. 3) Monitoring Utilities: you should have been receiving the water bills.

It's better to preserve a healthy relationship with the tenant than save a few bucks.

It hits the nail on the head.

For larger buildings with financing, it's worth the administrative burden and the potential for higher churn, just for the sake of preserving occupancy. 

This needs to be highlighted in the lease and acknowledged by them.Security Deposits: You can’t use their security deposit for routine cleaning, but if they leave things in bad shape beyond normal wear and tear, it’s fair game to deduct cleaning costs.I’d start by having a straightforward talk with them about the importance of keeping things clean for health reasons and property preservation.

Here is an update : https://chicagorealtor.com/advocacy/advocacy-resources/northwest-housing-preservation-ordinance-issue-summary/The DOH has posted the forms required to be in compliance with the ordinance which means any properties not under contract by 11/9 will need to be pulled off the market and 30-60 days notice must be provided before listing.  

You have the right to enter the property to preserve the property.2.

You want cash from them and value preservation.

Their promise to package your properties into a commercial loan after reaching 5 properties could free up your DTI and provide a line of credit for scaling.Consider delaying aggressive HELOC repayment to preserve cash for new purchases, and explore portfolio loans or DSCR loans as alternatives.