If not, I wouldn't worry so much on getting the line rooted, (scoped would be good so you know at least what's going on), but focus on helping the person understand their idiocy by charging them money.

I'd like to dive deeper into real estate investing at this time, since this is where I plan to plant roots.

I currently work in IT and want to take some of my roots with me before I jump head first into real estate. 

Maybe it is not as close as it looks in the picture, but the roots can destroy your foundation or grow into sewer or drain tile.

I'm rooting for you. 

His wife is the root cause of all his problems.

In my area they are basically root cellars or the equivalent of a crawl space, so think of it that way in determining whether or not it is worth it to do anything. 

Unfortunately lack of fortitude, based on fear, is the root problem for landlords having to deal with this situation.The dog is not a service animal and the landlord should take swift action to evict.

With a cousin deeply rooted in Real Estate and my parents building their retirement fund via flipping housing, I have been fortunate to learn first hand how beneficial real estate truly is. 

Ergo the recommendation of a local community owned business bank that does not have the 4 home rule or 10 home rule.. they hold all their own paper.. and they look to loan to those with deep roots in the community and are successful.