Interesting enough, the smell is stronger now then when we bought the house.

RichardActually the Margins / Spreads are far STRONGER in California than in most other states so don't be fooled by "expensive" meaning this is little opportunity.

Like you said, learning some of this stuff now just makes me stronger down the road when I deal with bigger buildings and more units... 

You're correct in that heat welded seams on TPO roofs can be welded incorrectly by the installer but when done correctly, they are actually 400% stronger than the membrane itself.

Water is death to particle board, and in my experience plywood is much stronger and less likely to flake off if a staple or screw goes in a bit off of target.

Expect them to be even stronger this year in Whitefish and the surrounding area.

All EMDs are made out to my brokerage but for those not working with Realtors, I would recommend you make checks out to closing attorney escrow or to title agency only.However, cash buyers can pluck down slightly more to place their offer on stronger footing. 

Check CL, hotpads, and check with local PM websites to get a stronger feel for what the rents will be.  

The fewer contingencies, the stronger the offer, and vice versa.

The weak Euro and stronger Market prevent me to invest Further in the US.I think Huntsville has good ROI and low risk.