Some jobs require that when working remotely that they are at home and not some other place like a public place for security reasons.

•Increased Security: Enhanced penalties act as a deterrent, helping to keep your property secure from unlawful occupation.

The other factor to consider is less tangible, but comes with mental security.  

Many of our clients have done this and secured much better terms....EricThis spreadsheet decision is based on what you can afford and when you expect interest rates to fall.

@Chris SeveneyYesAllOf those things, just don’t forget to have receipts for everything you deduct from the security deposit.

I always research companies first before doing business, but that comes from my training and working on security issues, especially after having my sites hacked. 

Your property listing can also be a great way to lay out qualifying criteria (i.e credit score minimum, and require a co-signer if lower).After conducting due diligence into a particular tenants situation, and you decided to proceed with an application approval, you could require a higher security deposit. 

You can secure a 30 year fixed on a 1-4 unit residential and a commercial building.

Quote from @Ryan Smith: Hi everyone,With what's happening in the stock and securities market, now is the best time for many passive investors. 

Once you're more secure, it’ll be easier to plan for growing that portfolio.