Even if they're decent,blue collar markets now things can change in a hurry in a recession.

I wrap free rent into the entire package of lease rate, buildout paid by me, etc based on the business so it depends but generally though, in the depths of the recession, I was at 5-6 months free rent.

First, let me state (this is my opinion only - not be confused as fact) that I don't think we'll see a market drop in price like we did during the last recession when the next one comes around the bend. 

That is a down side as most recessions follow rises in interest rates.

What if you plan to sell in 5 years from now and 5 years from now there is a recession or a major dip in RE prices?

They remodeled a bathroom and installed recessed lighting in my kitchen, and I was satisfied with the work.

They throw in some of their own money every month to cover costs until they can cash out.SFHs will also be harder hit when interest rates climb back to normal and when the recession hits.

Calgary was hit by a recession in 2008 and prices did drop for 1-2 years but then it climbed.

If it were me, I'd already be in the Sheriff's office terminating the deal within that 3 day right of recession.

He is currently spec building 6 homes in the Riverside area and doesn't see any impending major crash like 2008.Markets are cyclical and I think we are due for a general recession and a housing market turn from a seller's market, to a buyer's market.