That gives me a couple of weeks to clean, paint, carpet, and get the property ready to be rented.In the summer of 2006, it was common to have rentals stay vacant 3 or 4 months (or even longer).

The basements walls were covered with black mold and she was trying to clean it up with stuff that she bought at the Dollar Store.

Tenants rarely follow recommendations for cleaning, and as a result will use abrasive powders or scratch pads which will reduce the life of the surface.

I know this post may sound harsh, but that's the reality.

Someone says someone says something that you find impolite, too direct, harsh or otherwise not how things are done where you come from.

The generalization is a harsh one, however built on reality.

The best way to keep deals clean and minimize your liability is to not do deals in your name.

That all seems very nice and clean, but in reality its a dirty process, too.

what happens in this situation, is the mortgage wiped clean and you get a $100,000 property?

Have you ever cleaned feces out of a bathtub or had roaches fall from the ceiling and crawl down your shirt?