I held my real estate license for 4 years from 2008 - 2012 working with a large REO agent.

Otherwise, if they don't agree they are late, the judge sets a trial date.  100% of the cases we observed did not have a trial date set because one of the two other scenarios held true.

@Steve BabiakBelieve one of the manufacturer recommendations is to store in an approved container outside and re-fill the units outside and to also use a carbon monoxide detector:"NEVER fill heater fuel tank in living space; fill tank outdoors""NEVER store or transport kerosene in other than a metal or plastic container that is (1)acceptable for kerosene, (2) non-red in color, and (3) clearly marked “Kerosene”.

He fixed and held on to them and has a very well thought out escape plan.  

One, you won't be held ransom by your bookkeeper if they know you can do their job. 

The more people that is held responsible the more you are assured of collecting money owed to you. 

I help stabilize the neighborhood by preventing the house from falling into disrepair and being held by less scrupulous landlords.

Many times the check is held & not cashed until the transaction closes.  

Need an attorney as to your time holding the property for compliance matters, since this is not new construction you may avoid the contractor provisions of Dodd-Frank, probably depends on how title has been held. 

At the same time, even a great deal now if held for two years can turn south if the market tanks.