BP prevents me from putting their email in my response, but the email is in your confirmation email for the conference.

Here's what ME lease agreement stipulates for pests:(F) Pest control, after the first ten (10) days of the Term of this Lease, shall be the sole responsibility of the Tenant, including, without limitation, prevention and remediation.

It's worth a little money to prevent damage if they're being uncooperative.

You could assume the mortgage and then refinance, but does the home have enough equity to prevent you from making a downpayment?

Make sure you have your paperwork in place though to prevent ill-feelings or misunderstandings.

Normal wear and tear refers to deterioration over time from ordinary use, but damage like a large oil stain in the driveway from a vehicle is preventable and would fall under tenant responsibility.

These changes aim to prevent future tragedies but have also led to increased financial burdens on condo owners, as maintenance fees are expected to rise significantly.Insurance Costs:In addition to legislative pressures, Florida condo associations are facing skyrocketing insurance costs.

Tenant “Lock-In”: Long-term tenants may prevent investors from adjusting rents to market rates, limiting income potential even as property expenses increase.

At least that way you can feel confident that the additional leaf guards etc will truly prevent it from happening in the future. 

If it is a retention pond, then it is permanently holding water to prevent downstream flooding.