We were just gonna paint the cabinets they look good and didn't wanna destroy them trying to remove the tile counter tops.  

It could just be a pattern, but I am hearing from other colleagues as well a similar pattern.  

But by then, it was too late to revive the contract.We’re starting to notice this behavior more often: sellers pushing inflexibility to the limit, then becoming cooperative only after buyers step away.Are you seeing similar patterns in your market?

Standard tubs over tile surrounds.

That’s where we do our best work.On the investment side, a clear pattern is emerging:A lot of my seasoned landlords are in refinement mode—shedding the time-suck properties and reallocating into quieter, more scalable cash-flow lanes.Oil and gas.Data-center participation.Warehouses.Not easier.

It can be frustrating, but here’s how I handled a similar situation in the past.I noticed a pattern with one of my tenants and suspected the damages weren’t accidental.

I used to think the same thing.But after working with a lot of new investors, here’s the pattern I keep seeing:The people who grow the fastest are the ones who get their foundation right before they buy anything.I’m talking about simple stuff like:Opening separate bank accountsKeeping clean records from day oneUnderstanding how income and expenses actually flowGetting a basic system for tracking your numbersYou don’t need to be an expert.

Build Your Vendor Army - Property Maintenance Tech's Edition A big pattern in the rental market right now is the rising cost of emergency maintenance. 

Real-life landlord experience (our portfolio + contractors):We manage units with:Small workshopsAuto baysWarehousesFlex spacesIndustrial officesAnd the pattern is always the same:👉 Tankless = headaches, callbacks, and premature failure👉 Mini-tank = install and forgetThe reliability alone is worth more than the theoretical efficiency.Bottom LineFor industrial sink use:✅ Go with a 3–5 gallon traditional electric tank heater❌ Avoid small electric tankless unless you absolutely need endless hot water(which you don’t in this setup)Your electrical panel, your tenants, and your maintenance budget will thank you.

Out with the bathroom/tub and in with a walk-in shower, new tile and vanity, rebuild the deck completely with trex deck and railing and raise it all to one level (about 1,200 sq ft of deck on an 800 sq ft cabin).