If you get 80% leverage and buy something for 100k, you'll have to put up 20k and then closing costs, holding costs, and money to front to a contractor to start the work. 

I would start with a written violation and demand they clean up their act or move out.

Also, once you start the renovations there will always be change orders and you may end up paying more than you initially estimated.  

I can totally relate—I’m also a bartender, working towards financial freedom while living in San Diego.House hacking could be a solid strategy for you, especially as a first-time homebuyer.

The best lead sources and businesses never start with a name like this.

Ha, thanks.You're totally correct.

@Jenny Vasquez - you totally can, it's your prerogative as a borrower.

Quote from @Chris Seveney: @Devin JamesGreat book and our company follows eos as well.Book that I really thought was helpful was “what got you here won’t get you there”Talks about growing pains of being a company leader Hey @Chris Seveney, I have not read that one before but I have heard of the concept, and it makes total sense.

They are currently in breach of their lease. 1. 2 unpermitted dogs 2. turned off my external security cameras. 3. owe me 3 late payments of $900 total, although rent is current.They recently apologized for being so rude to me and asked me if I would consider extending their lease for another 3 years. 

The reasons you listed above are the reasons I did not pull the trigger on starting an assisted living facility.