The only approach I’ve found effective is offering a deposit alternative, which lowers upfront costs for tenants without devaluing your property.

With an LLC, you may be able to deduct business expenses more effectively and avoid double taxation.

I've been informed that completing the course alone may not be sufficient to pass the exam, so I’m seeking advice on how to prepare effectively once I complete it.Currently, my only other resources include a YouTube video, five practice exams, and a textbook.If you have any additional suggestions—whether online or in-person, paid or free—that could help me effectively prepare for the exam, I would greatly appreciate them.

Assuming your property is in Utah (like your profile indicates), here's the state law from a basic internet search:In Utah, a tenant who abandons a rental property without notice is liable for the lesser of the following: The rent remaining on the leaseThe rent plus the difference between the fair rental value and the agreed-upon rentThe cost to restore the property to its original conditionThe landlord can also remove the tenant's belongings and sell them if the tenant doesn't claim them within a reasonable time.

Byrna    it has an effective range of 60'  Have any experience with one of these?

This helps determine if I would be responsible for covering those costs.

Stessa is not perfect but I like the capability, love the %5 interest rate on my associate account and have found the support honest and effective.  

They have been very professional and effective so far.

Seems like it's in a lower end area so if it is filled you will have tenant issues and turnover cost.

It’s a cleaner, more reliable solution, and while the higher subscription cost can feel like a drawback, it’ll save you a lot of headaches and time in the long run.