.), podcasts, mp3s,)I'm willing to to cut off the radio, pandora and netflix permanently but I really need great quality material to replace the entertainment stuff.about me: After many years spent not knowing which career path to take and switching after a few years in a few areas, I have finally figured it out...

You will save over hiring a GC/architect/builder most times and if you pick the right guy, he will do quality work and not be a prick.

(quality, longevity of tenant?)

Hi,You are asking a very complex question....after 15yrs and 400+ transactions...You should start with some quality EDUCATION...Also, I look for a min 400+/mo cash flow from sandwich leases or toooo much risk.

couldnt help but chuckle at your interpetation of the quality of real estate continuing education classes. 

However, in this scenario we are each liable for the outstanding mortgage from the bank and as such, I've bumped against my credit limit with the bank. 

When the tenant moves out, call the utility company again to check if there is a balance outstanding on the account.

Let them know you might not get to everything but you want to be partners in providing them a quality home.

  $24,000 +$36,000 = $60,000/ $400,000 = 15%That is an exceptional return and good portfolio management would say to keep it because you are making an outstanding return on your equity. 

Personally, I'd ask him how much it increased and if it is a reasonable amount I would verify his normal bill and pay the difference to get the situation resolved and hopefully build a quality relationship in case it is ever needed.Just my two cents.