[metesky]

I have tenants in two apartments across town. Both smoke.

One is moving out at the end of the month after 3 1/2 years (bought himself a house), so I'll have the chance to check it out.

I figure after 3 1/2 years, I'll probably have to do some basic repairs, but mostly some paint and a lot of soap and water. Average costs to us when a tenant leaves is around $150.

I'll bet the farm it doesn't cost an extra $600.

[metesky]

Oh yeah, and I bet I have the place rented again within two weeks.

[SheLion]

I figure after 3 1/2 years, I'll probably have to do some basic repairs, but mostly some paint and a lot of soap and water. Average costs to us when a tenant leaves is around $150.

I'll bet the farm it doesn't cost an extra $600.

You know how they inflate their numbers metesky, to make themselves look good.  And who is going to dispute them?  US! That's who!  LOL

I want to be a big boil on the butt of the Partnership for a Tobacco Free Maine and old Mary Beth!

[NCLaw441]

If you rent to another smoker, it will be much less expensive to prepare, because the new tenant won't/shouldn't care about the smell.