Totally agree people are the biggest problem in the process but at least we try and get ahead of them.

I always just go ahead and replace an old roof if it looks like it's pretty old and could start leaking, better in the long run for your stress levels, and for the comfort of your tenants. 

Should we leave it alone or give him a heads up that the notice is there?

Once these are complete we'll be moving full speed ahead on the regular repairs.

So question,, I'm thinking of giving my insurance company a heads up.. or should I wait..My tenant broke his leg needed surgery and plate put in...

My question is should I just wait to make an offer once the tenant finds a new place, or should I go ahead and put an offer in with an addendum stating that the tenant will not renew the lease?

Alternatively if you feel the seller may not agree to pay your brokers commission, you might be ahead if you get your broker to agree to a fee that you will pay if the offer is accepted.A real estate agent can't solicit a listing that is already being offered by someone else.

Go ahead and list it when it's ready.

He's gonna sell to someone.. could be a consideration if price was right and your prepared ahead of time to have the cat lady gone. ya if you do make offer I'd not accept pets in future. 

If I go ahead with finding/purchasing a duplex in the next few months, will it affect my chances of approval for the car loan by the end of the year?