Raleigh is in a flywheel effect. 

I would send a lease violation notice that advises the tenant that they have violated the no smoking provision of the lease and that it needs to be cured immediately - to include complying (not smoking) and remove any odor/damage that may have resulted.

In effect, you will end up paying tax on your refi cash later on, when you sell the property.

The calculator that we use can factor in what the effect would be if you earned less.

Click-through rate (CTR) helps measure how effective your ad is at grabbing attention, and if it’s low, you might need to adjust your targeting or creative.

Remove caulk depending on condition could take 1/2 hour.

A financial advisor with real estate experience can help you plan effectively.

Prior to last year, effectively any SFR was eligible for a short term rental license.

I completely agree with @Ashish Acharya's points about the cost-effectiveness of a HELOC and the potential credit implications if it’s secured by your primary residence.

., retirees, dual-income households, or tenants relocating for work) may reduce risk.Stay Up to Date on Landlord-Tenant Laws: Understanding your rights and obligations can help you navigate issues more effectively if they arise.That said, if the potential risks are keeping you up at night and the financial pressure of an eviction would be too much, selling may still be the best option for peace of mind.