My Realtor is always sending me gems before they go on the market.

And I live in a house that was very nicely painted... but we are finding a lot of hidden gems behind the paint...

Underlying this is a hidden threat from the government to REITs, that would mean paying more taxes if they don't agree with this veiled blackmailing (not receiving rent for a few months, or getting just 50% of rent).Also, private landlords are having a hard time to collect rent, and I know people whose tenants stopped paying rent in March.

Another issue I have with central systems, is the ducts are havens for mice and spiders and you name it - hidden tunnels that can get full of dirt, etc.No, it's not normal to charge a tenant for an a/c unit. 

I only cheated on the lower 1/2 bath with a code compliant AAV.We did all the work ourselves so labor was just the fun of doing it.Cost of materials: Main Bath about $2k, 1/2 baths about $225 each from my spreadsheet.We got most of the materials on sale at Lowes: Good quality fiberglass Bath tub $125 (small chip hidden by tile) the toilets $35/each (both non-stock returns), double vanity $175  (side against wall damaged).All the shower stall & floor porcelain tile 75cents/sq ft from auction, Pex, PVC & fittings $185, all elect $100, 1/2 bath vanities $35 each (slight side damage hidden) Lighting $75, all mirrors $100, shower diverter/faucets $275, exhaust fans $30 each on sale. 

Doing the inspection before move in day allows for nothing to be hidden

After all belongings and trash are out, then you can begin looking for hidden damage the tenants caused. 3) Keep track of your time and expenses4) At the end of all this, decide if it's worth your time/money to take the tenants to small claims court.

You have hidden your last name, no picture and hid your profile.

The risk of replacing their mothers priceless jewelry hidden in the bottom of the half used coffee can and their $10,000 safety fund in the box of old papers you threw out is not worth it.   

2) Burst water pipe with a hidden main shut off3) came back from a trip to a storm door that got iced shut and wedged in place.