We have a 12 page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.

How do you protect yourself in a lease option transaction when you are the buyer ?

I've heard different things about LLCs but one important positive is that they protect you.

But he did let the trees and bushes overgrow the front of his house, so now all the windows are protected.

Have your attorney look at this and help you how can you protect yourself if you need to evict or terminate the lease for example. 

The poly gives them protection so what is being scuffed is the poly, not the floor. 

The bottom line is , we are trying to protect ourselves and save on capital gains.

, vacant vs protected tenants, etc.

., etc. ...any info would be appreciated).Lastly, a more general question:  what (if anything) are folks in earthquake zones doing to protect their homes or property portfolios from earthquakes? 

An LLC only offers asset protection.