So they did the window, and various other things, but not the back patio, but had met their monetary obligation and said they were done.

Downside is that filling nail holes is a little more annoying than drywall, but once you get through the first batch it's not too bad. 

A business entity is a good protection against evil creditor attorneys like myself who exist only to poke holes in the documents drafted by Pro Se people (and we do this quite often mind you).

It needs a full gut job - both the kitchen and the bathroom - plus the basement disaster is just too big a money hole.  

If your guy is cutting the hole in the wall then I could see why he wants a $1,000 as it is kind of a pain.

If the money is burning a hole in your pocket then spend it. 

. #1- The Taxes in Delco are cash flow black holes and some areas have started issuing ordinances to the tune of "If you own a rental property in yadda yadda twsp it must be equipped with sprinklers and other fire suppression systems.  

Repairs should be minimal.....this is paint, flooring, fix a window, and repair a hole in the wall.

When you find a deal which is not easy to shoot holes in, approach your stable of private lenders with it.

He said there were a few holes from a tree branch falling on the roof but overall it looked really good.