All new drywall I would assume, unless there's something else that traps the smell.

I feel like they are more of a meth strategies that are being used over and over again by professional marketers to earn a living off of those who are trapped financially, maybe not, but are looking for a change in their lives, if I may call them "Motivated People" in real estate terms !!

I'm always going to have the motivation to continue learning but I don't want to fall into the analysis paralysis trap.

Population & homeownership rates will continue to decline in impoverished parts of Chicago while rates will remain steady & grow in sections which are affluent, being gentrified or are on the verge of gentrification.  

If the overall size isn't too large, you should be able to pick up some concrete pavers pretty cheaply and create a more permanent solution for them that wouldn't involve insects. 

Re: lawncare, this is what one of my leases says:LAWN CARE:Tenants is responsible for all lawn maintenance including, but not limited to: cutting, edging, trimming, weeding (inclusive, but not limited to flower beds), proper watering, fertilizing, and insect control to ensure that the lawn, trees, and shrubs are maintained.If Tenants neglects proper yard maintenance, the Landlord or Landlord’s Agent reserves the right to secure services of a professional lawn maintenance company, which will be hired to maintain the Premises at the Tenants’ expense.

I'd say the seller has set his trap and will eventually get a novice investor to buy for over market.  

If the spread is wide enough for your comfort, and you believe the likelihood of achieving that spread over your cost for the line of credit, then you can make a return on that equity that is currently trapped inside of your real estate.If you are concerned about using leverage in order to buy into a leveraged investment, then it would be wise to go the cash route rather than using a line of credit.  

There are only two trap and to own rental property.

Hi everyone...I was wondering what your thoughts were on investing in section 8 housing?