@Andrea FinkelsteinHello, we had some pest problems too, and roaches are the same everywhere, soooo In my home land we use a mixture of sugar glass and baking soda, equal parts, mix well and place one spoonful per corner, they will die in their nest, and other roaches will become ill as well, just give it max 15 days, you will spend $20.00 maximum.

One small oil spill-yes if they didn't notice it was leaking and then got it fixed; but multiple spills means they didn't fix the car.Options to try are baking soda and vinegar or dish soap like dawn that breaks down the oil. 

They called back & said no problem they had another friend bringing the Arm & Hammer Baking soda.

Once you plug it back in, put a couple of boxes of baking soda in each side.Other places to check are air ducts, laundry room, and other places that are usually moist. 

Food wise I just do olive oil, spice rack, table salt, black peppercorns with grinder, baking soda & powder, and microwave popcorn. 

NEW TENANT GIFTSHere's what we give new tenants.....Cleaning Bucket with Cleaning Supplies:white vinegar, baking soda, awesome degreaser, disinfectant wipes, carpet spot cleaner, magic eraser, all purpose cleaner, scrub sponge.Tote Bag with Useful Items and Tools:hand soap, paper towels, plastic garbage bags, toilet paper, toilet plunger, Zip-It (strip for clearing hair clogs from drains), plastic clothes hangers (6), shower curtain liner (good quality cloth one), laundry detergent, dish soap/dish detergent, cutting board, "Freeze the Grease, Save the Drain" kit, “Recycle” bag for collecting materials for recyling, magnet with our name and contact information, picture hangers.Refreshments In the Fridge (for move-in day): several bottles of water, healthy snacks, bottle of sparking cider with a welcome note attached.Larger items: Welcome mat, shoe tray.

When you walk down the soda aisle of your local grocery chain, you think there's a zillion choices, bunch of companies all making cola and variations there of, but no, it is an illusion. 

A cold soda given to your gardener on a hot day will bring big rewards.When approaching these acquaintances, remember that their sense of loyalty and commitment to you is less than those in your Sphere of Influence.

She was rail thin because people who are in late stage COPD burn up about 5,000 calories a day because every single muscle in your body has to work so hard to just take a breath.

Move in with a relieve and sleep on their couch for free (or $100 a month) as long as you can, and help out around the house as needed.Cut the grass, cook dinner now and then, fix the washing machine when the belt jump off, etc...If out have to eat out, eat at Taco Cabana (or similar good nutrition for cheap price) and always get the specials--no soda just drink free water.Get a second job or  temp job and work as much as you can and save up more than the needed next down payment.Do not spend money any new things, just save it all.Maybe a year or so of that will put you in CASH positive situation.Cash is King--Get Some--and get free,Good Luck!