He's been burned so bad and the property has been damaged that it is an energy drain.

Not to mention burned by past experiences, and frustrated at the types of responses his ad is attracting.

Even if they do go outside, they still stink like a burning cigarette when they come back inside.

If you acquire it as it sits you will get burned.

I've heard other landlords say that they recommend blocking off wood burning fireplaces to keep tenants from using them.

That gives you credibility.I also think it's important to start because if you don't like it, the thought will not be burning in your mind for 3 more years.  

If you find a big enough "why", then you will find that burning desire to begin.thought=desire=massive action=result.I was in the same predicament, but I realized I needed to increase my investing for my family and to create wealth instead of only relying on my business for income.  

To be honest I think the market is finally coming to an equilibrium where inexperienced or overly optimistic investors are getting burned.

@Sunny Burns@Colleen F. is spot on.  

I currently have a 1 hr commute, so I'm burning through the podcasts now!