We've been using the following system/software and it's been extremely helpful. http://www.transported.co/321-timber-glenn-way-ind...This allows us to virtual walk through's of our properties so residents can understand the feel and layout better than pictures could ever tell them.

We took the perspective of “you signed the lease so it’s on you to follow the expectations” but they still feel weirdly unreasonable.

@Jay HinrichsThanks for the suggestion jay but I think I follow your wife in that regard, I’d rather own.

With the knowledge I have no idea where this Duplex is located, and therefore I am not an expert on this I will say the following.

Following to see any responses for CA

Always do the follow up many times, soon and frequently. 

As of now, I've strictly been analyzing deals that my realtor sends me on the MLS.

The term "material amendment" as used herein shall be defined to mean additions or amendments to provisions of these Bylaws which-establish, provide for govern, or regulate any of the following:  (a) voting; (b) assessments, assessment liens, or subordination of such liens; (c) reserves for maintenance, repair and replacement of Common Elements; (d) insurance or fidelity bonds; (e) rights to use of the Common Elements; (f) responsibility for maintenance repair of the several portions of the Property; (g) expansion or contraction of the Property, or the addition, annexation or withdrawal of property to or from the Property; (h) boundaries of any Unit; (i) the interests in the Common Elements:

There are so many resources on here, but I would recommend the following to start:Attend local REIA meetings and connect with like-minded investors: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetRead the Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingListen to the BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/

If they abandon them inside the house, you can choose to put them out on the curb for them to pick up, since they won't have access to the interior any more, then dispose of the items from the curb 24 hours later (like an eviction) - but that's not strictly required.