Peace of mind comes easily as those mortgages go away.

I would recommend fully filling out your profile and adding a picture (it really enhances interaction and networking).

Although theses things don't need to be fixed I believe it would greatly enhance the qualtiy of living for tenants.

Key part of the lease:"Upon termination of this lease, whether by expiration or through default, you agree to vacate the premises peacefully and immediately, and deliver back to us the premises in like condition as when you received it, reasonable wear and tear excepted.

You have to decide whether or not tying that money up for the seasoning period is worth it if the seller is willing to take less money for peace of mind with cash.

Compare the cost of a home warranty with the value of the peace of mind that a home warranty can provide.

(Its that peace of mind thing that other people are going through it as well).

Additionally, we are always working on enhancing the tools we use: an estimating software we are creating, property analysis tools, 5-yr plan, etc.

One good thing to remember is that one sorry property in the neighborhood may effect your peace of mind but it will not affect the market value.

They are a pain in the @ss but are just doing their job and being nice to them will get you further than screaming at them which is what most landlords do.You can do it on your own but if its killing you, hire a lawyer, the peace of mind is worth the money.