It sounds like you're taking your investing pretty seriously, and gobbling up all the information you can.

@Tori Smith, sounds like you're in a tough spot.

sounds like you've got everything covered.  

That may sound high and I may be able to do better but that is the number I used for my vacancy rate. 

I've discussed this with a lawyer, I am able to evict based on my zero tolerance for criminal activity addendum, but an eviction with a physically aggressive person doesn't sound like a great idea.

(If this sounds familiar I hope you'll read on, If not turn back now!

@Shawn AckermanYeah, it sounds like we have similar mentalities and approaches. 

Whilst any assessment cannot be final at this stage it seems we have incurred ceiling damage to units 17 and 18.Terry has instructed Mr Cox to commence repairs immediately and keep a tab on expenses for a possible insurance claim.We feel sure you will agree that the priority is to get our tenants rehoused without any avoidable delay.

Sounds interesting. 

A bad relationship with one of these folks can really put a damper on your projects - take control - you are the final decision maker when it comes to spending your money to make money.Never give a deposit up front - pay contractor in stages as work is progressing.