I might be naive but I still believe we can actually fix things when we choose to acknowledge reality (what the data shows us) and implement solutions accordingly. :) 

They actually, are very unlikely to be audited.Think of it this way, if one of my contractors did something I get sued for and I don't acknowledge them as existing, by at least issuing 1099's, the judge will have a very funny look on his face when I say "so and so" did it and I can't prove he even exists or that I haven’t acknowledged him to the IRS.

No political discussion at all is permitted in the forums, but you are right that some things are difficult to discuss without acknowledging the political capital that contributes to the topic.

This includes preparing the move-out packet for the tenant, acknowledging receipt of the tenant's notice to vacate, setting a move-out appointment, completing move-out documents, inspecting and photographing the unit, calling utilities, and mailing the "Final Report on Deposits".Years ago I created a "Return of Possession" form.

Upon Tenant exercising of this option, both parties agree to move forward with the necessary Lease and Option to Purchase agreements.If the Tenant elects to exercise his right to purchase the aforementioned property, the ________________________ will pay all closing costs associated with the sale.Landlord understands that Tenant is acting as a principle in this transaction and is not working as a real estate broker or agent representing anyone other than himself in this transaction.Notice of intent to assign:Tenant hereby discloses and the Landlord hereby understands and acknowledges that the Tenant intends to assign its interest in this option, or it’s interest in the lease and option subsequent to this document.

@Sarah Lewis Upfront, let me acknowledge that a I not familiar with tenancy law in CaliforniaThe answers to many of your questions will depend on what is contained in your lease, and what the tenancy law in California dictates.  

(First, you should have some signed acknowledgement from your walk-through that the premises were bug-free at move-in.

With that said do we have to make it extremely legal or can it be just a promissory note that acknowledges that I will pay her back monthly at about 8-9% interest.

Given that you've acknowledged your company does direct sales, clearly you were lying through your teeth!

Acknowledge the negative emotion or any tension in the situation - it diffuses it.