Now a landlord (and architect), I wouldn't build out the space without the second stair since it really is a safety issue/liability (especially in case of a fire) if anything were to happen.Full excerpt of building code below:According to the Chicago building code on egress requirements, the third story above grade plane within a dwelling unit [which in this case is the duplex-up unit], all the following conditions must be met:1.) the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system2.) the floor area of the story does not exceed 1600 sq ft3.) the dwelling unit has an exit that discharges directly to the exterior at the level of exit discharge.Your third story attic space is unlikely to exceed 1600 sq ft, but you'll probably find the sprinkler system to be cost-prohibitive.

It does not automatically mean that their recommendations are bad, and I did NOT say that financial advisors were to be avoided or ignored.  

Whenever someone files for bankruptcy, there is an automatic stay of all legal proceedings against that person. 

It goes from a 10-12 month interest only loan during construction period and automatically converts to a 30 year fixed conventional loan.

Could you have an automatic lock put in  with a self-closing hinge?

Or they can set up an automatic payment each month with their own bank to send money to same account .Or, thirdly, they can set up an account at same bank and simply transfer money into my deposit account each month.

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

Just something to chew on before you automatically dismiss MLS properties because you feel too many eyes are already on the opportunity. 

I can't believe the automatic reply of ALL, not just @Tim Swierczek, would be to check the tax record for a why vs jumping down a rabbit-hole of weird assumption. 

The court costs are automatically tacked onto the judgement by the court.