Harsh

In other words, if I can already accomplish whatever you're offering to do or provide for $_X_ amount of dollars (normally in the form of a line item expense within the deal) and you are offering the same thing but want some substantial cut of the profit, that is an equation that won't ever make sense for me, naturally.This is only my opinion but the harsh reality is that competition is fierce and the market around here is both very saturated and currently remains a hyper-sellers market.

Maybe without the personal drama, he’ll be a better tenant.

Not to be harsh, but I'd hate to see you make your entire IRA taxable. 

Taking it out of their deposit wouldn't cover landscaping; anyway, it may be needed for home repairs caused by them.Thank you for your support and advice - even the harsh comments I learn from.

Harsh reality. 

[Yes, they survived the dramas that time].The main thing about that episode was: the comps were VERY well known and established; a gated community.Whereas, a "rural neighborhood with very spread out lots and 2-3 acre pieces of land" might be HARD to comp!

It became a drama when the appraisal report came back as "Subject To" utility turn on and $3000 cosmetic fix.3) The lawyer is my lawyer. 

Am I being to harsh, good plan, or what do you recommend??????

This is a harsh statement, but it sets the "tone" for the rest of my advice.