There is a lot to be said for the stability of our market, or slower but steady pattern of growth here, especially if the investment property is being used for retirement income or if the stability of the investment income is important.

.- Given the fact pattern it appears that they are aiming for a Rent Escrow Action against me in court even though they have no basis.Questions- Should I respond to the repair letter?  

I'm seeing a pattern here lolI understand that CA has many issues, and it's only getting worse...

I guess I’m just not cut out for that sort of drama, so this cycle I just took my marbles and went home.

However, if it would make me a "10" Satisfied to custom lay shower tile in a unique pattern but my time, the value of the pattern compared to me working doing research at the courthouse or going to an auction while a skilled craftsman who has the tools, skills & follows the pattern I want isn't worth it - it isn't worth it.   

Eventually over time I traced it to word of mouth ultimately stemming from a single transaction (I always ask people how they found me, patterns start to appear).

Normally you would spray a sealant on the tile after grouting (or maybe that's only if it's marble, not sure) -- but if you spray the sealant BEFORE grouting, then the grout won't stick to the tile as much and is easier to wipe off (downside: your dance party doesn't last as long).

The job market is absolutely booming due to corporate investment, and demographic patterns are excellent. 

A cycle is something that is driven by a mechanism and has a repeating cause and effect that brings you back to where you started on a predictable pattern.2008 was a unique set of circumstances and I hope everyone can rattle them off by now. 1929 was also unique but VERY different than 2008. 

And the first time was just a crazy dude, and the 100th one was a pattern that this is a human trait.You got kicked out of 100 houses as a service tech?