Your lower level GCs can be just anybody, not the creme de la creme that they are in Cali, they're even fingerprinted and background checked with the FBI.

Tell them you intend to run a credit and background check, and tell them what it costs per adult applicant.

What are some things to keep in mind, how does one do a background check, what are the laws regarding that (I'm in St Louis), any advice, thoughts recommendations etc is greatly appreciated.Thank you@Rania MutumheHi Rania,Usually house hacking is where you have a multi-family property (like a duplex or triplex) and each tenant has their own unit.  

You'll need a trusted, well paid individual locally who has a background in construction and can oversee the contractor.

A little background - I'm a nurse and have been hoping to find a market that pays decent when compared to the cost of living and also has high prospects for growth.

Here are a few tips for managing a rental in the DFW area:Screen Tenants Thoroughly: Conduct background and credit checks to ensure reliable tenants.Understand Local Laws: Familiarize yourself with Texas landlord-tenant laws to avoid legal issues.Maintain Good Communication: Establish clear communication channels with your tenants.Keep Up with Maintenance: Regular maintenance can prevent larger, more costly issues.Consider Eviction Procedures: Be prepared for potential evictions.

I am just looking to get some background info on Tobyhanna, PA.

You will need to learn about the local laws, advertise, background check applicants, meet them for showings, answer questions, get a good lease, answer the phone at any time, arrange for repairs, do inspections, manage finances, manage an LLC, and more.

(e) While a person may examine and consider a criminal background check, credit history, or rental history in reviewing an application for rental housing, the person shall review and consider additional history in reviewing an application for rental housing, the person shall review and consider additional information provided by the rental applicant, including, but not limited to, personal references, recency and status of any evictions, and any actions taken by the rental applicant to resolve past evictions, credit challenges, or alleged damages, the recency and severity of any convictions, the violent or sexual nature of any prior convictions, the facts or circumstances surrounding criminal conduct, the age of the applicant at the time of the conduct, the age or vulnerability of the victim of the conduct, evidence that the applicant has maintained a good tenant history in the intervening time, and evidence of rehabilitation efforts, consistent with state and federal law, including, but not limited to, fair housing laws.

There background was sketchy but they had cash on hand.