But he has to prove harm, which isn't his intent.....he just wants a settlement.

Any tenant who attempts to cause emotional harm to their landlord can be sued; even just writting about it on the internet is cause for legal damages!! 

I know there is a lot to be gained for doing the flipping yourself but DH and I struggle to find the time to put into them and I'm afraid the amount of time they'd spend vacant would do more harm than the improvement value.

I always try and do the right things for my tenants but wildlife removal companies charge quite a bit of money for their services and most likely by the time they get out to the house the snake will be gone and even if it is not and they remove it there is a good possibility another could show back up. 

I would like to say that putting properties under contract with no ability nor intention to close, then walking if not assigned, harms sellers.

So if they find a buyer before you, no harm no foul, except for the time you've spent.On a straight option contract as well as a flex option contract, most seasoned investors will use a clause that will allow them to backout of the contract in the event they are unable to wholesale.

However, bad tenants can not only keep you up at night, but can cause harm to your health and well being.

To be able to represent sellers (or buyers) in the marketing of their properties, one must go through an educational process and pass an exam attempting to insure that he has a certain basic level of knowledge so he will "do no harm' to the client he represents.

No harmful fumes.

Tenant shall ensure that the pet(s) shall not bite, injure or harm any individual or other pet(s), and shall not disturb others (neighbors or guests) or cause damage to the Dwelling Unit or the premises.