I know my 6 million in RE is real and my 2.5 million in net worth is real and my current cash flow of $120,000 a year moving to $160,000 is real.  

Some very sophisticated investors understand, too, that it's this point in the market when it's really best to 1031, not at the very top, like most people think.For what it's worth, I sold my entire $25mm portfolio last year.  

If he chose not to get insurance, that’s his choice.For what it’s worth, I have a clause in my lease that actually addresses tenant’s personal property: “Tenant’s or guest’s personal property and vehicles are not insured by Landlord, manager or, if applicable, HOA, against loss or damage due to fire, theft, vandalism, rain, water, criminal or negligent acts of others, or any other cause.

If the husband of an existing resident wants to move in with his wife - I think that is worthy of considering an exception to your policy.

@Jeff Willis Let’s say I decide to permanently continue to ignore his now once a week hour long outbursts that other tenants and neighbors think are worthy of calling the police.

Your net worth is your network as they say, and you need to meet lots of new people in order to grow your mind and over come limiting beliefs.

@Sue K.For what it's worth, I have buildings in the same part of Allentown as John and the tenant base can be high maintenance to deal with. 

My name is Nick and right now, I am currently living in a rental home.  Upon moving in, I painted the walls and ceilings noticing discoloration.  The previous tenant smoked in this home, and I am afraid that my health...

Every appraisal I’ve had has had general explanations but nowhere close to calling out line items and saying that flooring is worth x but appliances are worth y.

What is your goal: to be a profitable property manager, or to play judge and jury of which story/excuse is worthy and which is not?