So I call (recorded message) and leave a message saying I'm interested in hearing more.  

The 'rule of thumb' that everyone should ALWAYS follow is... educate yourself and verify everything - Whenever you put money into any investment you need to research the rules that apply to that investment strategy from alternate sources and verify what you are being told - Never make an investment if you don't understand the issues and verify every claim made through county public records and other, 3rd party sources. 

I think in most states a sales contract cannot be longer than 1 year unless its recorded in the court house.

@Bradley GasparovichI would also add your stance on an applicant with a criminal record and previous evictions. 

Seems you would still need your good track record, a nice place, and a good listing.

It’s such a problem that young professionals (particularly ones with family) are leaving in record numbers.

They take care of all the screening of the pets; vet records, ask questions etc…. then you put in place a pet fee, pet deposit or monthly pet rent or a combination thereof. 

There are apps that can monitor a person's voice from video, recorded calls, or other sources, and then it can match the way you speak. 

It will depend on how well your records are kept and organized.

***The parts are worth more than the entire thing, FYI.There is a mortgage currently recorded on all the land.