I don't like to inherit tenants, so if I buy a place with tenants already there, I budget to make sure they don't stay (either I pay them to leave, ask them to leave, or evict if they won't and their lease is up.)  

Stay motivated and start putting in the long hours. 

Stay engaged!

Would the Dept of Revenue lien follow him, or stay with the property?

Beyond this I knew we needed to stay pumped and motivated cause being an entrepreneur those 12-16 hours days can begin to feel heavy so motivation is so key. 

Stay engaged!

@Brendan McElhaney  You have the right attitude, you have to keep your eye on the ball and stay motivated to succeed. 

have attended meetings for ce requirements and for staying current on trends.

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He says that he can not afford to stay and will be out by the end of the month, but I am not convinced that he will actually move.