We maintained regular rent deposits, have never been a day late on a payment, and we shopped banks to find the one that would work with us.

If it works with current rent, then, the increase will be a bonus.And older property will require more maintaining. 

To be eligible for it you not only must have legitimate business or self-employment activity, but you must also maintain it in order to maintain the 401k, it is considered to be employer-sponsored plan and it can't exist without the plan sponsor. 

"The tenant shall maintain hygienic and habitable conditions."

All without being able to charge extra or make them maintain a liability policy for the animal. 

Vacancies for WELL MAINTAINED properties at the market rent are almost non-existent.Overpriced and under maintained properties will sit and languish, or get low quality tenants.

Changes the picture somewhat; everyone should evaluate their own model.Also there are countervailing concerns to be aware of to find one’s own balanced position on this:Yes I’m aiming at the “crappy” end of the market where a plumber like me can add value adding/ fixing bathrooms and kitchens; where prices are cheap still and returns especially after adding value can be much higher, and also I’m a big believer in not just maintaining but improving your properties, which all fattens the capital expenses budget.  

Yes you are saying “the process” expressed as maintainable good habits are better than just goals.

If they find out and approach you about it, just let them know that you always identify yourself as the property manager in order to maintain a good relationship with your tenants. 

I don't mind higher upfront costs, but would want to learn more about how lvp and hardwoods compare in terms of wear / longevity / cost to maintain / etc.I'm also looking at installing a fence, as it doesn't have one in the backyard yet.