The Phoenixville code official at that DIG meeting said that even Phoenixville gets contractors to register.

Her two dogs also died in the blaze.Fire started on the kitchen stove, officials say, and caused $150,000.

As far as I know most of the rental properties in Detroit don't have an official city compliance.

Are you doing a year-to-year lease or are you able to secure secure a longer term lease?

(I'm sure someone will chime in with "you're asking for your home to be ruined" but I lived with 5 SDSU football players and not a thing went south).5) If students DID cause damage, security deposit will cover just about everything. 6) Usually, Financial aid or parents pay for rent, which means you don't have to be worried about not getting your monthly paycheck ;). 7) Lastly, I plan to fix it up in those 2-3 years that will attract the slightly more responsible tenant. 

Stephanie, I think one of the best strategies to build financial security and long term wealth is buy and hold.

So any loss in rental income could be deducted from his security.  

An "A" would generally be new construction, with newer amenities and finishes (security, granite, well lit, open floor concept, etc.)Likewise, an "A" neighborhood would tend to be an area with newer properties, a top-rated school district, high-wage earners, etc.

The total indebtedness secured by the residence (including the Line) cannot exceed 80% of the fmv of the home.

For future purchases, make sure you collect all security deposits from the previous owner when you purchase a home/multi-family.