I was under the impression, capital gains tax would have to be paid on the on the original amount, but any additional gains after awards would be tax free.

You'll win a judgment for all or for a significant portion of what you sought and you should be awarded interest on the judgment at the statutory rate -often 12%.  

@Simon W. wins the best advice award; If you have enough in your budget and enough supporting assets to hire an actual seasoned real estate controller, do itYour question is almost like your trying get your head around as if there is an owner with 2 choices: either hire employees or sub it out to a vendor.

In all cases, we were awarded judgement by the County judge, however we have yet to receive a penny from the previous tenants.

If a tenant is displeased with your actions after the property is sold, this is one avenue they can use against you if it was not handled property, and the damages awarded for improperly adhering to the security deposit statutes can be costly.

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I have found what the "awards" are.. but havent found an explanation of the vote system and what they mean.Alright...

Liability awards have become so large, and insurance policy loopholes so numerous, that one can not rely totally on insurance liability coverage anymore.