Guests appreciate functionality more than anything, so as long as they’re clean and do the job, you’re good to go.Little details like this can make a big impact on guest satisfaction.

For the next billing cycle they increased my charges by $500 and did not notify me of the upcoming charge.

This will increase the return above what can be obtained on a passive investment.The flipside of having the power to control everything is that it can be alot of work (and a full-time job if a person is putting in sweat equity).

Owner occupied loans have allowed us to purchase properties in markets with heavy appreciation, and potential for huge rent increases.

- The increasing cost of damage repair and potential mold growth

This demographic is projected to keep increasing over time, so I would do whatever you can to hold onto this property (ie cash flow well).Furnishing 700 sqft with PB or West Elm (you and my wife would get along great, Bonnie) won't be price-prohibitive and well worth the cost.

Build your portfolio as your knowledge and wealth increase. 

I can mark it up with a fee or by increasing the rate (or both, but I never do).

Typically its done for open space or use for community property (ie. fire station location or other county use) and typicaly would assist in increasing tax base.  

I felt confident that this guy was dependable and wanted to pour gas on the fire.I increased the number of hours Marilyn was working and ordered another batch of direct mail, all at my sole cost.