Smoker or Pet? Which one would you choose?

[Josh L.]

Ideally, I wouldn't want either a tenant that smokes or has a pet. 

But, in these uncertain times, if you had to choose one, which one would you choose?

I know smoking leaves smell on the carpets, but won't pets do that too? Or, what if you don't have any carpets- you have laminate or luxury vinyl plank? Do you have to worry about that pet or smoke smell on those surfaces too?

And, if you don't want a smoker or a pet, how do you spot a applicant that's lying about being a smoker or has a pet? Are there any tell tale signs you look for?