Using an architect and contractor that work well together can be a huge benefit to you, if you take steps to manage the relationships.The way we provide it is that we give a proposal to the contractor that is addressed to the owner for design services.

Court steps?

If not offset it, reverse it, adjust it or...IT is not about the journal entry, it is about your financial reports in your accounting software that you need to look, verify and then take the step for accurate numbers.

I knew my purpose in life wasn’t delivering pizzas, manning a drive-through window, or working in a warehouse—these were just stepping stones along the journey.

It is true that every step taken in life is, for the most part, a calculated risk, and we all want to come out ahead while using our wit to benefit ourselves and our families.

Unknown what if any steps prior owner took regarding ejectment lawsuits.

Also, are there any book suggestions that can assist me edify myself and assist provide me with steps that will help me get started using OPM?

I love the gradual step concept as well, I had not thought of that. 

The next step depends on how the tenant replies and which tenant it is.

Right, sorry I thought they were looking to revamp the existing laminate and most likely the cost is about the same and going the extra step really makes it pop.