First contractor took 25% and did nothing except left a few material on the property after two days of work.

It is a very interesting article that Brandon and Josh started discussing at the end of the show but they didn't get too far into the conversation before ending the show so I was left hungry for more discussion on this topic. 

During demo, we tore down the paneling and drop ceiling (which were in poor condition), but left the stud walls, thinking we may finish it again in the future.

I had to leave in mid-August, so we allowed her to start her tenancy the day before I left and gave her the half month of August rent free.

I assume that the prospective client is worried about the PM taking off with his deposits and then he is left holding the bag. 

I've been able to support myself comfortably ever since I left college 4 years ago, although I did go back to school recently to complete my piano performance degree.

Unfortunately the last tenants left the bathrooms in bad shape, so the next owner will have to at least redo them before renting or moving in.

During this time the Property Manager has left for greener pastures twice - I'm currently on my third manager who has been in charge for less than a year. 

But the pervasive propaganda of buying a home has left many desperately trying to buy even though there are alternative options.The above list should also show you that not all areas are created equal.

I recently left my job of 4 years and moved from Denver to Phoenix.