When we get complacent and don't do a contract is when we run into issues for the most part.Sometimes is because we change the scope of work or we find that there are issues hidden behind the walls and that changes the scope of work.

Sorry It would help if I attached the article. http://www.wsj.com/articles/wall-street-as-landlor...

I love my line of work and can very easily put eyes on your project and lend insight on fixtures, finishes paint colors and even layout.To give you some insider info. 

That was the short short version, but I did not have to remove a wall or replace a broken window......

Should i replace the insulation and dry wall?

My tenant called me today to let me know her neighbor shot a shotgun through the wall into the bathroom (this is a condo.

The property manager would have to start from scratch simply because someone doesn't like the "color of the tile". 

I have real assets I'm looking to grow and protect and I can't just put everything on the line any time I feel like it.With that said I do think there is something powerful for many people about your back against the wall or down to your last strike. 

We did an inspection just in case and we found out a huge issue in the foundation (extensive damage in the beams and in a retaining wall).

Usually signs of normal settling are minor cracks in the walls and miter joints of door and window trim crown molding etc.