The vast amount of damage is normal wear and tear.

The initial entry only effects the balance sheet and keeps the equation assets = liabilities + equity in balance.

In general, when the landlord's property causes damage to tenant's property, the landlord is liable, unless there is proof that the cause of the water leak was the tenant (unlikely I presume).

New career had less flexibility and I wasn't able to effectively do both anymore. 

Plus we have the "lock-in" effect going on now where people that would normally move are locked in to super low interest rates.

@Malick NgomGet an attorney to send a certified letter requiring signature and include the satisfactionIn most states a lender can be held liable for damages for not recording the satisfaction

So for effectively $5-600/mo plus their mortgage payment they were able to secure their dream home and eventual coastal STR.

Finding cash flow in Denver is going to be very hard without making a massive down payment or house hacking, which would be GREAT if you can do that effectively. 

Believe me, even small changes can have a huge effect on how much money we get.In the real estate investment business, it's important to build ties with brokers, lenders, and direct contacts.

Additionally, I'd appreciate any tips on balancing cost-effectiveness with durability.