He should definitely be careful when rejecting applicants in the future, as they could be part of a protected class and claim they were discriminated against.

I prefer to self manage my property, and their are some good small land lord self property and expense management applications which are very simple to use.

In 2011, Philadelphia enacted what was termed "ban the box" for employment applications.

I have never seen a single comprehensive book on applicable laws for a small lender.

We only submitted our application on Friday and were approved by the owner today.

Give tenants 12 months notice, 24 months if they are disabled or elderlyCreate your architectural documents (unit floor plans, site plan) Create your standard condo docs with an attorney (master deed, declaration of trust)Have a different architect come and provide a 'Statement of Condition' (this is the hardest thing to find - most architects will not be willing to take a small job like this - this is also only required in Somerville as far as I know) Complete an application to the condo board (meets once a month)Attend the condo board approval meeting, or have your attorney attendSubmit $500 fee per unit to the townPrior to closing, separate all utilities with separate meters (electric, gas/oil, even water in Somerville)All-in costs for 2 unit conversion...anywhere from $12k to $18k.

It's also needed to start the conversation with the County at the Pre Application meeting.My advice would be to call up a reputable Planning, Surveying, and Engineering company and ask them if you can come in for a quick meeting to go over your thoughts and then for a proposal.

It also made the application process a breeze. 

i.e. books, websites, forums, etc.As a designer, what are your applications?

If not, too bad.I get people to show up and if they are interested fill out an initial application.