There are lots of rental solutions out there changing things fast, and I think google is even funding one (think cozy, etc)....actually, I like that the business model on a small scale can be pretty simple and low tech (I don't need to know how to code!)....

We have tried everything...from asking them nicely, to calling the police (the police won't even come out any more for the homeless calls) and leaving a barking dog in a vacant space at night where they like to hang out (they just move away from the dog and find another cozy spot).  

All the other companies I've researched (cozy, mysmartmove, myrental, e-renter, etc.) only do some part of the process.HOWEVER, the applicant has to fill out a paper application, submit it to me, and I have to fax it in (or scan/email it to them).Does anyone know a way around the paper application?

You'd be amazed how much light a 4W bulb can put out in a confined area like a hallway or basement.  

Highly recommend you look at Cozy - it's free.

Get cozy with the owners and try to involve them in the financing.

Look into Cozy for this.

I use cozy for a tenant that wanted to set up automatic payments each month, which is free with cozy.

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I have done a room in an occupied unit and it was more cozy than I'd like, spending a day with the family there and all their ups and downs, dodging dogs, etc...