If so, then find out what you have to do to have him removed as domestic violence allows the tenant to move without 30 days' notice (to ensure her safety). 

@Tc Crewse I'm so glad that finally someone noticed!

In order to accumulate the total number of dollars/month you need (notice I didn't say properties), you need to work your way forwards using your equity, buy selling properties that are accumulating equity through appreciation. 

Being flexible in a way that still protects your investment can help build a better relationship.However, if they’re not responsive or don’t show good faith, you might need to take a more formal step, like issuing a notice to pay or quit.

however, I noticed that I had still incurred a $150 late fee from the attorney along the way. 

I'm trying to confirm the final replacement property identification deadline because the IRS issued a Disaster Notice that may extend my 45 day deadline.My qualified intermediary says they will not confirm the IRS notice applies or whether the 45 day date they gave me is overridden by the notice.

And you stay legal with time frames, notices, etc etc.

When you have one tenant not paying their $50 portion it is whatever, but when you have say 6 or 7 and your loosing out on $1000 a month you start noticing it a lot more! 

I will be sure to be upfront on the lease about the guidelines and specifics like that including cleanliness expectations, late rules, eviction notices, communication, maintenance, etc.

@Marc Shin You need to provide the location of the property.Mechanics liens laws are state-specific with respect to contract and notice requirements, license status, dollar amount thresholds, and especially TIMING.