And who is the A.G. going to favor?

This is a big legal issue that may weigh in favor of the investor. 

So I'm confident I could find a solution, but would probably be forced to walk away if there was no favorable outcome for lease termination for the investor. 

Additionally, you may just want to ask your tenant to be mindful of the other residents by using some form of air freshener or scented candles etc. you would be surprised what a conversation can do, maybe you'll get a more favorable result.Best Chris

ProsL.A.Low vacancy Renting is almost a necessityHigh rentsExpensive 6-8 units vs 14-18ConRent controlLaws are favoring tenantsMass exodus Phoenix population growth 2.3% job growth at 2.1%no moldIn the sunbelt IE good for baby boomersCheaper 14-18 units vs 6-8ConHotter then SatanLots of competition Low rent Higher vacancy?

You all can agree to a favorable split.

Many investors switch over to these loans once they have a few properties (typically 5 on average, but you are right there in the typical fashion for property number 4)Check out these series of articles on the loan topic published on BP as well for all you need to know about this option!

or have you found various creative solutions to secure favorable terms?

Contractually, I'm sure I'll be on the hook for something based on their PM favored literature, but can I contest that they have done absolutely nothing for me, including not paying me as my defense?

When running numbers, especially on small multis more western markets with direct access to NYC tend to be more favorable from the numbers stand point and many of these towns offer 30 minutes or less taking commuting lines.