They know they have problems - they've told me as much - but their maintenance manager just grins and bears it as they wait for change because IT controls it all.As a manager of 15+ years, and of at one time nearly 4,000 doors, it appears to me that their current structure is not conducive to the hands-on, seasoned, fast-paced, and decision-driven style you need to be a successful manager.

Guess my cleaners just grin and bare it, I'm sure it happens every now and then. 

Grins and giggles , and the technical.   

(sheepish grin). :)

Let’s see if we can’t turn that next flip into something that’ll make you grin when you cash that check.

I include it in the rent as best I can and grin and bear it.

He never answered my question and only gave me a grin look before continuing on in the lecture; therefore, BP members I want to ask you if they are "tax-deductible". 

My suggestion is DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT, IN WRITING, and then document your documentation (grin).Here's a nice little article on that subject that you should read:http://www.exeter1031.com/holding_guidelines_for_1031_exchange_property.aspx

Hey @Grin Dominee AlanI may be able to assist you.

Also to an earlier point about taking some of Brandon advice with a grin of salt know he started buying at the deepest part of the last recession, which was probably the greatest buying opportunity in 75 years.So his advice may not be super applicable if you live in a expensive market that’s now very much a sellers market.