@Ikenna OkaforI never ask the bank for permission and have never had to ask for forgiveness.

My leases state that the tenant must have permission to paint.

Without the permission of the great uncle and great aunt, he consistently inviting friends over, drinking beer with them, and perhaps smoking weed indoor.

I can tell you, we never gave them permission to negotiate on our behalf and had yet to sign a contract with BlueSky at the time of the supposed negotiation.

Depending on your area, you may need permission from the current owner to submit for permits.

I am still in contact with my neighbor who is willing to work with me, and I have the keys to the house with permissible access.

It may have been nice for the listing agent to tell you this up front, but he might not have their permission.

If she is truly desperate to sell why can't you ask her for a key/permission to enter the home? 

You know what will work best for you, I would suggest paying off any consumer debt though, I did this a few years ago and it's great to not have any consumer debt, just mortgages lower than 50 LTV at super low interest rates.Congrats on building a successful portfolio, and I think it's fine to give yourself permission to take a break or keep building, whichever seems right to you. 

The tenant can't repair at the landlord's expense if the condition was caused by a deliberate or negligent act or omission of the tenant, his or her family, or persons on the premises with the tenant's permission.