I would assume that it should be blocked off with some type of decorative tile or something of that nature.

In one particular circumstance we had the same tenant intentionally damage their heating system and then calling in a complaint. 

I have lost a lot more $$$ to tenant damage than to unpaid rent.  

I unfortunately blocked two plots and paid 20% for both and now it is almost 2 years and there is no response at all from Wagner or the builders :(-------The house will come with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, hood, refrigerator, and range.3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms2 Car garage 1323Sq/ftThe price of this property is $198,000.00 with a 20% due at contract and the remaining 80% could be paid via conventional financing or cash.

I set up my daily time blocks on GC and watch the ted line steal my day away for motivation.

Blocks delivered.  

I like the idea of STR as it seems like it can generate significantly more income than LTR and would allow me to block out dates if I have friends or family come visit.

You may not need to visit each property you buy in that area though.4) Unless you are buying Class A turnkey, you should have a PMC.5) See below copy & paste info:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

When looking into it, the basement had water damage that didn't worry us since we knew how to remodel that area ourselves.

No damage from any pets yet and you may even charge a pet fee as well.