Yes, rents have been decreasing in certain areas, and it’s definitely having an impact on how landlords are handling tenant approvals.

It is completely free for the landlord and tenants and the site makes money through premium features like background checks, speedier processing of rent payments, etc.I can post rentals, accept applications, do background checks, create leases and send them out for e-signature all for free.

Any landlord that thinks a tenant owes him something can file a collection and mess up their credit?

There is a reason so few landlords accept it through their rentals. 

If you're ever looking for assistance, I have owned and operated multiple sober living programs for about 6 years now and also have been in the investor/landlord position.

I'm a 20+ year landlord with a single family rental in San Diego County.

that are considered landlord unfriendly. 

I believe I can do a good job as a Landlord once I have tenants and when I'm up and running.

Open communication is key in maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship, and being transparent about potential changes can help avoid misunderstandings.

Unfortunately, appears you've gotten exactly what you deserved due to your poor screening.Hopefully, you've learned from this painful lesson.Hire a well-screened landlord-tenant attorney and evict them and sue for damages.