The indicators that I will highlighting are total vacancies and total inquires.An ExplanationForgive me if this is elementary to some of you but it is necessary to explain for a better understanding.There is a direct correlation between the number of vacancies one has and the amount of inquiries, showings, applications, and ultimately signed leases that one receives.

Before I fill out a loan application I need to know if you care what kind of dog I have?

For screening, I use either Zillow's application process or if not coming through Zillow, apartments.com to run the credit and background checks.

I currently have my property listed on Zillow and have had a ton of scam applications.

We here at Aslan have over 70 investors, so we can definitely get creative and look for programs that are applicable to your unique situation.

That draws the best candidates (you'll get a lot of applications).

His book provides the knowledge you've likely already obtained, but also includes a state by state break down of if they are Lien/Deed/Hybrid states, applicable interest rates, bid method, information on redemption periods and references the states' statutes so you have a reference to keep yourself out of hot water. 

Because you are literally guessing at market rent and the PM will…1) keep your application and denial process legal2) advertise, screen and place the new tenant faster and better3) probably save you more money than they cost you. 

Both of my units are unoccupied, which is what we wanted as they were under rented prior and with school ending I thought it would getting lots of rental applications.

This may slightly affect the types of financing options available, but if both applicants are well-qualified financially, you should still be able to secure competitive financing terms.