If the damage is minor, again I think the tenant can simply claim the quality of the appliance was poor and they have the door-seal quality issue to further back up this claim.

Being a subject matter expert, not because you are forcing it, but because you simply ARE, shows through, and investors are rightfully attracted to that. 

If tenant fails to appear you might win right then.

Subject To isn't by it's nature fraudulent, it's just the hammer the attorney will use to try to win his case.

You like the guy because he shares the same struggles you do, job, family, kids… why not help his company when you start REI, is a win-win?

I simply know where to find the nuts; under the tree of course.

I am currently simply educating myself on such options. 

Plumber confirmed that some DIY fixes are both bad for disposals and simply do nothing.Thoughts on this from you all?

If one of those can't be shown, the request for appeal may be denied or the court may hear the appeal and return a per curium affirmed (PCA) based simply on the briefs, both of which will shorten the length of time to conclusion.I looked at the CO promulgated real estate contract, and it has a provision that the prevailing party will be awarded their costs and expenses including attorney's fees, so the parties better be sure of the strength of their positions.If it were me, I'd probably push for mediation as soon as possible. 

Schloe talks a lot about how amazing of a team he has found, so congratulations on building a group that is a win-win for everyone involved!