Even worse if she had addictions like shopping or gambling.A problem would be if you invested and she wanted to sell and give up the first time you had any problem that investors routinely or predictably will have (if they invest long term) like tenant damage or unanticipated construction.  

Admitting we are wrong can damage our self confidence or we think it hurts our credibility.

When changing carpet after pet damage, odor block any stains with primer.

Or, as you referenced the quote its basically up in the air and just back to the IRS written rules?

I can't recommend the center agitator models they can damage clothes the vendor replaced that washer with the non center agitator model.

I’ve come across a potential flip property that I’d like to fix up, but it has pretty extensive fire damage.

Mold, water damage, exposed wiring, overloaded plugs, poor ventilation, etc.

We didn't notice any visual signs of mold, and ceilings have no visual signs of water damage. 

New siding, new floors, a busted pipe, water damage and insurance, fresh paint, landscaping, light fixtures, blinds... you name it, it's been done.

Ours were off by 72% as we started to rent it, jumped to 85% once we had to replace the main water line for sewage, and finally to 106% after first tenant moved out and we decided to fix all the bad repairs by the first contractor (tile, baseboard, paint and etc) and damage from the tenant.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?