They did confirm that there are no special assessments, but something funny seems to be going on there.

@Hunter Duplantis what @Gino Barbaro said is exactly what I was going to suggest.When you have vacancy is the time to experiment and apply your original thesis.I’m not trying to play Monday quarterback here but, you should be highly confident in where the rents should be well in advance of having a vacancy.That being said, after confirming competition rents on websites (I’d also recommend Craigslist and Facebook marketplace), you should be in alignment there.  

We have allowed tenants to resolve past due debts or provide letters from previous apartment complexes confirming that damages or unpaid rent were not their responsibility.

-Confirm Marketing Efforts: Check that your listing is active on major rental platforms (Zillow, Apartments.com, Facebook Marketplace, etc.).

However, I haven't been able to find any official information confirming whether this is legal or if it violates any laws.I'm hoping someone here might have experience with this or know of a reliable source that can clarify the legality of contacting a tenant's commanding officer.

If you plan to expand your portfolio, forming an LLC can simplify liability protection and operations for multiple properties.Consult a CPA or legal professional to confirm your tax obligations and evaluate whether an LLC or umbrella insurance aligns best with your investment goals and risk tolerance.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

We get traffic studies done to confirm that the roads can handle the potential traffic.

•HOA & City Rules: Some areas have restrictions on STRs, so always confirm whether short-term rentals are allowed in the specific community you’re looking at.7.

Does the applicant have a landlord willing to confirm they didn't cause damage/odor?

Understand Auction Rules:Auctions typically require fast closings, often within 7-14 days, so confirm your financing aligns with this timeline.