Not only that, I know myself all too well and I'm sure I'd end up getting into some kind of trouble because I'd be compelled to look in windows, go in back yards, etc. and I'm pretty sure thats called tresspassing. :-)But, beyond that, what kind of cushions are you typically giving yourself?

.- Install new appliances- Clean everything including windows.- Install window treatments.- Complete city-required fixes (if necessary) - Apply for rental license.- City rental license inspection.- Complete rental license required fixes (if necessary).Leasing:- Create rental policies document, and application document- Create Lease document- Take pictures- Place ads on craigslist and on Zillow- Book showings- Take applications- Screen applicants- Select applicant- sign leases, take deposit- Move-in walk through checklist- Take the family out for diner to celebrate!

Try box fans in the windows on one side of the house with the other Windows open.If the air is trapped in the house it can keep the skunk odor for weeks.If a day or two of the fans does not work then I would start with an ozone treatment.

Additionally when you encounter a bad tennat they will make you pay, lights on 24 hrs, water running non stop, stove used to heat the unit, windows wide open all winter etc. etc.Never buy a multi that does not have separate utilities.

@Scott Passman I would first settle on a market, then spend some time visiting the market, attending local REIA there, window shopping on TK or wholesale deals in the market, so you start to become more comfortable with what is out there and what you are willing to settle for. 

MOST older apartments/homes in Chicago do not have air conditioning, and tenants are able to purchase window units if they wish.

April Crossley took out paneling in a recent flip in a lower price point area and did no window trim and I think she sold it almost immediately.

Logic typically goes out the window and emotions take over in most cases.

Honestly - if the wind broke the large window - not sure what of the condo might be damaged?

They bought expecting a single unit, come to find out it was zoned multi family, adding a 2000$ window makes a multi.