I had to chuckle when I read your post because it reminded me of the statement all these financial advisors always give before they help: "Past performance is not an indicator of future success".Don't get me wrong, if you keep finding markets that appreciate as well as the ones you have been in so far and that keeps going, you will reach your TFP very soon with that model.I know you are aware that we are rapidly running towards a massive affordability trap.

Thanks for the reminder!

Her actual wording was a bit off, and some of her suggestions as well (I seem to recall Brandon reminding her that people were listening when she mentioned she deducted dates with her husband), but the overall advice was sound.I also am not a tax professional, but I operate my business as a sole proprietor (with an umbrella policy, of course) and I still take deductions.

When I was thinking about this situation, I was reminded of the first house my partner and I ever flipped.

I would also strictly limit their responsibility to watching things,   basic cleaning,  trash removal, keeping walkways clear, reminding people of responsibilities,  and reporting to you.   

Reminds me of a Richard Feynman quote "The first principle is that you must not fool yourself-and you are the easiest person to fool." 

Thanks for that reminder Sarah!

This is from the CAR website:A reminder that the Chicago Residential Lease, and all of CAR’s forms and contracts, are an exclusive member benefit for use only by Chicago Association of REALTORS® members or those who are party to a transaction facilitated by a Chicago Association of REALTORS® member.

I still get calls and texts from old customers begging me to open back up which I politely decline and remind them I'm available for their RE needs.  

And as I mentioned, you can remind them that it is a crime to misrepresent a service animal.