Please correct me if I'm wrong.You can require them to have insurance, but you cannot require them to purchase from a specific policy provider.

I think this will all start making more sense once you start analyzing deals and working with an agent that can provide some insight. 

fpr=1k54qIf you want to DM your address I can provide you with a free report from my tools (bnbcalc and AirDNA pro)

Purchase price: $81,000 Cash invested: $30,000 I acquired this property at an 11% cap rate, which provides strong immediate cash flow.

Would it be safe to purchase a new fridge, deduct maybe 1/2 of cost to replace  current fridge door from the security deposit, provide receipt with explanation?

Even a brief consultation can clarify your legal standing and provide additional strategies tailored to Raleigh’s market.Have you considered asking other local landlords how they’ve handled early lease terminations?

Starting local offers hands-on experience and control, ideal for learning the ropes, while out-of-state investments can provide better returns but require a reliable property manager.

Homeowner insurance provides coverage for owner-occupied property.

Also, what others have said, the personal touches on what is in your place (e.g. providing all the essentials instead of having people buy TP, coffee, shampoo, etc.) and the quality of those items (no tattered towels, stained sheets, etc.).  

My EA and I were able to validate that the discounts provided were better than anything we can find on our own and if you think about it: Instead of going directly to CB2, Wayfair, Rejuvenation, West Elm, etc., you can just buy it all in one swoop through Minoan.