Just don't let it affect your view of future tenants, there are some good ones out there and as having been one of them, it sucks when your landlord automatically assumes the worst just because you're a tenant - remember they're ultimately the customer.

The relationship will never be equitable, it will be flawed, and it will ultimately frustrate all parties.  

My ultimate goal here is to replace my current income so I can quit my job and do investing full time.  

Ultimately I might have to settler for 150-160, but I won't even think about settling till mid January.

Working a guru system typically makes you a glorified employee without the freedom and resources to get to the ultimate end goal. 

There is a great 30 minutes video on the "truth about $30k houses" if you buy the ultimate package on BP.

I suppose it will ultimately come down to me needing to make that decision.Sam

Many BP members have used this to help them choose which neighborhoods they want to invest in.The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods

I suggest reading the Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing as well as listening to the podcasts. 

You can even consider selling it to him.This is simply a possible solution - whether or not you should sell is a personal decision ultimately.