I'm sure I didn't think of everything, but I covered a good amount of ground.Some examples of the provisions (many of these have more detailed descriptions in the lease, this is just for illustration purposes):Windows must be kept shut when it's raining or snowing.All pipes must be dripped during freezing weather (tenant is liable for any burst or leaky pipes that are a result of not dripping the taps)Wood floors / granite countertops / and butcher block counters can only be cleaned with certain products that I list (and I list forbidden cleaning products that can lead to damage, such as vinegar for floors or granite).The dishwasher can only have dishwasher detergent (ie Cascade), and DO NOT USE dish soap.There will be a cleaning fee of $x if the premises is left unclean upon vacancy.Any property left on the premisesA list of things that are forbidden from being put down sinks and pipes, and a provision that if a plumber is called and the repair is due to anything other than defective plumbing, the tenant is responsible for the cost of repair. 

Snowbirds who are presently living in warmer weather.4.

CPA/FA/Attorney is usually path of least resistance. 

Resist the temptation and wait for the right fit.

If you threaten a member of law enforcement with a knife and resist this is really the best possible outcome where the officer goes home to their family and a violent criminal is off the streets permanently. 

I live on Oahu the weather is beautiful right now!

This is the path of least resistance at the moment..   

The sweet spot is in having correct reserves to weather what-ever storms, in or around that 60% LTV mark, that's operational "bliss". 

I had a lot of questions and resistance to the idea.

This insures a better scratch resistant surface along with getting a textured floor not  a smooth surface.