For the first townhome, we are in the renovation process and looking to screen our first tenants.

I've never heard of this.I suspect he's using fraudulent documentation.Stick to your process.

The work around is part of the application process is to tour the property, but still, why put yourself in that position?

We have only 2 criteria for the order we process applications: 1) nearest move in to the date unit is available to be rented 2) order that the completed applications are received.If we had a unit for rent that would be rent ready Jan 15 and have multiple applications, the application processed first is the one who can move in the fewest days after Jan 15.  

I know this is above and beyond what most municipalities require, but being fair will make the whole process easier.Additionally, a new landlord can reduce the 60-90-day notice by offering more moving assistance (cash and/or labor) if they move sooner rather than later.

What does that process look like?

not sure if you are familiar with basketball but it is alot like the spurs offense. meaning the system works if you trust the process. my uncle has everything set up. contractors, know how, experience, tenant screening. management. so i will integrate into his system and learn it to replicate it like Steve Kerr did for the WarriorsYes, I am - The Big Fundamental was a great power forward!

I like the notion of protecting peoples privacy to process.

Give it a read, and you'll have a fair understanding of the process. 

The process is a lot easier if you find the right agent.