Needless to say this process has been really difficult. 

I also provided to him credible websites that explained how difficult it is to get rid of smoke, regardless of the cause (ie cigarette, fire, etc).  

., I wouldn't think it would be too difficult to get access for inspection as it would serve the tenant as well but you should definitely do it.  

I would imagine that it would be difficult to find 2,3,4 units that cashflow.

Finding a really good agent that understands real estate investing, knows how to analyze data, and respond promptly can be very difficult.  

How can you screen a difficult tenant?

You can even get an umbrella insurance at a fraction of the cost and hassle of establishing entities.Entities are inherently difficult to understand.  

So difficult on a Sat and impossible on a Sun or holiday.  

It is difficult.

With all the markets heating up it's getting more difficult to achieve some of these but we still use it as a guideline to help us evaluate pros and cons of properties.1)Cap rate above 10%. 2) no rents less than $700. 3) 3br only.