Just because a contractor files a lien does not mean they are correct and damages can be awarded for the filing of an improper lien.Edward, get your contract out and identify the clauses relating to this specific issue, then take that to the bank and demand that they not release any funds but abide by the contract terms.

Really supplemented the membership when I wasn't doing much

But should see more first time buyers enter the market.To be honest where I am living in the south not far from london house prices didn't fall by that much, there is still strong demand for the area.

Since the units weren't individually metered and the HOA pays the monthly water & sewer bill he decided he would open his faucets 24/7 until they yield to his demand.

After several texts the tenant agrees to give the deposit that same day and pay the first mos rent Friday, so I agreed to that and they agreed to that, well two days later they decide to back out and demanded to have their security deposit.Well I had to turn down several very potential tenants and many other callers literally like 10-20 people.

There is a demand for rentals in the area so I hope to have minimal carrying costs.Right now I am trying to focus on that fine line of having it nice enough but not spending too much.

What is driving the demand for housing in the area where you are looking?

Core Tacoma & University Place both have colleges and larger employers driving demand, especially with the rising rents in Seattle forcing renters to move outside Downtown Core Seattle.I don’t necessarily see the trends you’re referring to by your three sales comparisons.

Their demands exceeded the value of the property, it wasn't even close.

Am I understanding you correctly @Max Garcia Jr - you were able to get the seller to go from demanding a $10k escrow to a $50 escrow???