I would shoot him a text and follow up with a letter through the mail to be 100% sure if I was concerned.

I'll likely be higher priced on an owner-occupied restaurant franchise, but you've been around the block and have a significant track record.

I would immediately send a certified letter to get rid of the cats and state the damage that is already done.

It likely is out of date as to cost as this info is quite old (my guess is 5 years but it could be longer):- Rent Recovery Service: offers flat fee service starting at $20. 3 letters start at $30.

Buffalo changes very quickly block to block (not just ZIP by ZIP) and it is crucial that you understand this prior to writing any checks. 

Try to buy “blocks of time” in advance?

The idea of flexible hours can quickly turn into 24/7 availability.Solution: Create a routine, time-block tasks, and set clear boundaries.

In Wilkes-Barre there are lots of side by side duplexes (double blocks) that are separately titled.

However, when I requested our EIN the letter stated, "Based on the information received from you or your representative, you must file the following forms by the dates shown.

Baltimore is very 'block by block' and you can buy what you believe to be a C class property which is actually D-.