I have to agree with Kyle that making offers without the intention of carrying them through could cause a lot of legal problems - not to mention the damage to your reputation!

I can't recall ever "making an election" - might have done it in 1994, but I'm not sure when this requirement went into effect.

Wes, I've just uploaded a file to BP - it is a list of examples of wear and tear vs damages.

Looked at the pics.I would power wash the sidewalk next to your building as well as the entrance and patio.They are real dirty and you can see algae growing on them.You can rent concrete pressure washer with a high PSI at Lowe's or Home Depot for cheap.Make sure you spend a little higher amount to get the high psi sprayer.Do Not use it on the house but concrete only as damage can occur.The houses use a lower psi sprayer than the concrete ones.I would say you are looking at identity disorder with this property.I get your story about it but what else is around it??

Local home builders will be aware of tax credits and other incentives making the application of 21st century technology cost effective.

I believe that in pretty much ANY state, the Landlord Tenant Laws states something to the effect that "landlord may withhold from the security deposit amounts that are reasonably necessary for (a) rent or other amounts due the landlord and (b) to restore the unit to it's condition at the commencement of the tenancy".

If they skip or break the lease which results in damages, you can file a claim in court and the resulting outcome could result in a judgment against them.

When they were paying games with me by not returning my calls in September, I emailed her that i will proceed with the eviction process and this can damage your son's credit score.

This actually is the most cost effective way to go.

A non-assumable loan can become effectively assumed by using a land trust.