No matter if it's for air, water, whatever, even though they're the ones breathing/drinking it in.  

Landscaping is also very important in attracting and keeping new tenants.

But an added 3-4 points might look more attractive for the Hard Money Lender. 

(I'm an IT guy by trade (for the last two decades) (that was also a technical trainer for 6 years), so these concepts are as easy as breathing for me).However, that scenario does not fulfill any of my personal needs, and I don't consider that real estate investing.  

If the cost is above the average amount in that area then it may be worth it to stage and/or make the place as attractive as possible to target those who are willing to pay a little extra for something nicer.

You may be able to pursue damages above the security deposit, but I wouldn't hold my breath collecting them.

And the author says that if a contractor doesn't have credit enough to get basic materials at the store before being paid then perhaps he has bad credit from a default or bad spending.20% - after insulation, sheet rock, doors, and trim20% - after installing kitchen and bathroom cabinets20% - after countertops and flooring25% - after punchlist and final closeoutThe key is having things spelled out beforehand so that the contractor can go to work quickly and efficiently without having the investor breathing down his neck and making a bunch of changes mid project.

Good value is always attractive as long as there is a consistent need for housing.C)  PETS ruin mobile homes; charge a steep premium for pets.  

If you have an investment strategy in which you buy quality assets in good locations that help you attract high quality tenants, it is possible, not high risk and many investors on BP do it.  

I am thinking about buying a property with 3 beds and 1 bath. 1 bath to me just doesn't seem very attractive to a family.