Had them sign leases and got security deposits.

@Sol BergrenBP had a legend on their podcast episode 399: Jeff Thorman who discussed this common problem.My experience there's a handful of root causes:- Subfloor is not level - in which case this is bound to happen no matter how well you installed- Improper installation - I've found the planks seem tight when they typically have a small bit they could get tighter which is why I always use a scrap piece of the interlocking flooring, then while installing each piece of flooring, I pull into place manually as best I could, then use the scrap flooring to lock into the open side of the piece I'm installing and tap with a hammer as needed until the pieces is truly secure in place.

So, if you secure just 1 or 2 bookings under 7 days, you could potentially meet the criteria, provided you demonstrate material participation and proper active management of the property.

Earnest money deposits are often required to secure a purchase agreement, signaling a buyer's serious intent to sellers.

To add to what @Jonathan Greene wrote:1) Understanding the local market, so you know what Neighborhood Class your building is located in, what Class your Building is (condition & amenities), and what corresponding class of tenants will be attracted.2) Using all this data to properly set your expectations and a realistic ROI.3) How to better screen prospective tenants, including catching fraud, so your property performs better.

Preparing now by securing capital and building investor networks positions you to seize forthcoming opportunities as market conditions change.

The time has come to secure permeant financing on them.

Smart lock, smart thermostat, Ring doorbell or security camera that you can view remotely (make sure to disclose them on the platforms), Pricelabs for dynamic pricing.  

As we look back on our journey helping investors secure flexible and fast financing, we’d love to hear from you:

If we could prove out income I know getting money for the renovation with the property as security would be no issue, any suggestions?