Those that you talk with that have big egos and points out that it maybe take longer then expected just disregard those and move in to the next bidder or specialist. ie plumber or electrician or carpenter.

Edit: disregard.

After that experience, I pretty much told them that their lease wont be renewed.There were other issues such as - habitually paying rent late, paid late fee on some occasions, completely disregarded all other notifications for late fee on the rent etc.The notice that was sent to them said on the title of the document "30 day eviction" We gave that to them beginning of May (60 days before).

Originally posted by @Eamonn McElroy:@Nick BrandonGet a tax pro on your team who is familiar with US taxation of non-resident aliens.The US tax code is particularly not friendly to non-resident aliens investing in the US when it comes to real estate or operating business income.Ask about the Canadian tax ramifications of investing in an LLC taxed as a disregarded entity or partnership, and whether a C-Corp election makes sense in light of the former question.I'm not an accountant or attorney so no advice given here, but the most recommended method to acquire US real estate as a Canadian is either in your personal name (if only a few) or via a Limited Partnership (LP). 

We even have to disregard our insurance companies strict breed restrictions and risk being canceled if there's ever a claim.What's everyone doing to offset the risks that are being forced upon us with this new phenomenon? 

Plus, when you're in the lower grade areas, they get double the ground to rob you since you don't know any better and it isn't like you can personally inspect the unit.Let's not forget the judgment proof wrecking ball tenants that completely disregard no pet rules and jam in more people than the unit is suitable for without getting them on the lease.This all goes to say that it is best to use extraordinary diligence in buying the property beyond the fact that it is just a low price deal.

All of this disregards the house you buy for 50% of value because the buyer is distressed due to the economy, and all the other amazing deals that will be on the street.

Personal use also includes time spent at your place by another party under a reciprocal sharing arrangement (“I use your place in exchange for you using my place”) whether the other party pays market rent or not.Days devoted principally to repairs and maintenance are considered days of vacancy and are disregarded, even if family members are present while you work away.The tax drillVacation homes in this category are treated as personal residences for federal income tax purposes.

The owner, disregarding the hidden damage said,  he had spent twice hat was quoted to rehab the property and was finished at that point plus, wanted money refunded to him. 

Can't disregard the lost revenue of the Vehicle storage, but the original storage should have covered all ancillary costs and most of the land.