Frequently spouses can't even agree on stuff when it comes to real estate (hint: wife usually wins), and they're in love with each other!

It did a good job, but you could always get a hint of that smell.

She has hinted towards requiring a water softener.

I will say that for lenders, if you're going to meet one it helps if you have a deal you've done that you can talk about with them, or a specific deal you're considering - or at least some examples of what you're looking for, and the more specific the better.Basically, the more that you can show that you're serious, either by having a track record or by being able to talk intelligently about the kind of project you'd potentially ask them to lend on, the more seriously they'll take you as a potential borrower.It's not unlike a startup seeking funding from an angel investor, there's a whole psychology to it as far as showing that you have some knowledge and presenting it as a safe lending opportunity for them without coming across as "needing" the money because any hint of desperation will turn off a lender or investor quickly.BP has some great resources on this, you could search Bigger Pockets Raising Private Money or something like that.

But NO, most were were just for entertainment with a few nebulous hints of real money making techniques.

And it also hints at the power oft he 1031 in these situations because depreciation isn't a free gift from the govt. 

This time, though both appraisers mentioned it subtly.

Get an amazing real estate broker and property manager setup in Vegas (hint, search these forums for the top recurring 2-3  names in each category, call them, chat with them, build a relationship).

I also believe you would find it beneficial to verify an applicant's previous rental history with previous landlords as well to get a hint into what they would be like as a tenant for you.Good luck!

f Even hint at a generous honorarium, you can get a Greek priest to go anywhere and exorcise anything.