In general, we do not allow the tenants to do any repairs or improvements to properties.

It might sound rude or too direct, but NY applicants are used to these and understand this is a practice that saves both their and my time. 

I am asking about practices/policies at apartment complexes, which operate differently from individually owned properties.

I assume I use form 4562 to report the start of depreciation of these capital improvements.

How can I improve my credit enough so the banks feel comfortable about giving me a loan.

I refer you to Florida Statues 475.42 and 475.43 and the following URLs. https://www.richardhornsby.com/crimes/regulatory/unlicensed-practice-of-real-estate.html https://swflreia.com/2016/01/19/unlicensed-real-estate-activity-florida/ I have been a Real Estate Investor, since 1998.

I do hope the PM sorts this out himself, but it is worrying when I receive a letter addressed to me that is directly accusing me of discriminatory practices.

My question is would it be a bad move to purchase a home and rent it out while we wait for the neighborhood to improve?

Partners normally are not considered employees.Its normally good practice to have things in writing 

Quandra Adams What they paid is irrelevant as it only leads into a discussion of what they have or haven’t done to the property to improve it.