This is long overdue and I do apologize but I did want to thank everyone for chiming in and allowing me a bit of your time!

They already told me they need a larger apartment (and I don't have one available they can move in to), so they plan to move out.Tenant didn't pay his rent.Like a schmuck I assumed he was going to move out early, and use his security deposit as his 'last month's rent', which would be a problem if the apartment was less than immaculate when he moves out.After a few days I emailed him, asking if he was going to do the scenario above (or pay his rent), and saying the security deposit is there for a reason.He told me he wasn't moving out early, and apologized for paying rent late.

Apologize for the issue and just move on.It's not rocket science to figure out that the other side of the Duplex is highly likely to develop the same problem - - how will you handle that?

Dmitriy, I apologize for the  confusion.

@Kimberly Daughtrey My apologies for the delayed response.

So i apologize if i missed the format of how this is usually done as i'm brand new and found this site, hopefully to get some advice.Question: Is it a good time to buy in Los Angeles, CA?

Apologies for being direct.

Apologies for the long post and thanks in advance to those who read through it all!  

I apologize for not getting back sooner. 

I apologize that I have not responded to everyone individually, but I really appreciate everyone's insight!