how can we avoid a lawsuit since the PGE man encouraged her to go to the doctors and that all the problems he fixed were fines (oh by the way, the items he fixed, were approved by the city as we had to get permits to install the things he found problems with).HELP!

I believe in the "power of positive thinking" and your an example of the positive people I try to interact with, so thank you for the positive energy.  

High Umbrella policies may actually encourage litigation against you (the Plaintiff's lawyer knows someone will be paying), OR your high umbrella policy may not cover your issue.

Buyer is strongly encouraged to perform as many inspections onthe property as Buyer deems necessary.

That sort of thing can often be "encouraged" by telling them you are raising the rent, but will keep it at it's current level for them, if they will renew.  

Stop encouraging investors to move into my backyard!

Two people can encourage each other particularly at the beginning of a real estate career.

Being pretty new does anyone have any advice what to look for while interacting with applicants?

Encourage and edify her.

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