On Saturday 4/7, my tenant damaged one of the windows hardware on my property by forcing the window to close from the outside. 

So I am glad that I was able to leave there with my credit card in my wallet!

I made a tester on my own that connects to my air compressor from parts at the hardware store but I believe you may be able to find one online.  

Put an old hard drive magnet on the end of a 1x2 and swing it through the yard, or get one of those fancy magnetic rollers from the hardware store. 

Second , prepare to open your wallet , its spring and the home improvement market is hot , Everybody wants work done , and contractors are Busy in Maryland .

I live in Portland Oregon and the rentals available are way to over priced for my wallet. 

Just make sure I know what hardware and router bit he used on the doors?

If you want to keep things strictly business, issue a notice, then file for eviction if she doesn't pay.What might be more amenable, for both your soul, wallet and her, is to sit down and have a conversation with her. 

I fear there are going to be many a broken hearts and lighter wallets following that advice.I could write a glowing book on this stuff but its not reality for beginners at all in my mind. your statement above is solid gold. !!!

I would like to be able to get as much done as possible and even be able to start construction on the day of settlement.Pre-Hab Work PhaseHire architectHire structural engineerApply for building permitsDesign KitchenChoose tile, flooring, cabinets, door hardware, light fixtures, railings, front doors.Measure windowsGet estimates from 3 GCsGet estimates from 1-2 ECsGet estimates from 1-2 PlumbersI think I might be jumping the gun on getting Permits…don’t you have to own the building for that?