You have make a judgement call on if a higher interest rate will be worth taking money out.

However, water issues can cause real nightmares if not handled quickly, so use your best judgement.2.)

If they do, my guess is the judge will not be impressed with how this man conducted himself and you can expect fast judgement in your favor.Most states prohibit recording conversations without both parties consenting.

That means a really steep judgement/settlement could impact all 4 rentals, along with any house(s) you use for yourselves. 

Your responsibility as a landlord is to be judgemental.

Trying to get a pulse on this deal because I feel like I am at the point where I really want to go after my first deal and I might be letting emotions get in the way of my judgement.

Always get a W9 from whomever you hire• Make sure you have them sign lien waivers before you give final payment• Check your city's court documents(public info and usually online) to ensure they don't have any judgements against them• Do not pay 50% up front.

I got judgement for bal of $1,400 (out of approx $2k rent) owed from Dec rent.

***Short sale***Shortsale approved- There is a $60k lien from Save Your Home CA, HOA in arrears plus a judgement and the cost of the negotiator.

I can use them as good judgement since they will not want the risk themselves if it turns out not to be a good deal based on their perspective.