Someone local would be preferred but not required.

I'd prefer delivering the notice in person.

If I had to choose, I would always prefer cold calling over texting for this approach.

:D After reading a few of Brandon Turner's suggestions it sounds like I need to connect with buyers in the area and really get to know their preferences, buy boxes, contracts etc. 

I tell my applicants that as long as their info checks out and their application is accepted that I will reimburse them the fee as a credit toward their first months rent just because I don't like to nickel and dime people, but that's a personal preference.

If a lot of the other rental properties don't have any covered parking, then carports would be a much preferred option.

They may require you to manually enter your financial data and calculate your net worth.Customization: If your finances are complex, you may need an app that allows you to customize your asset and liability categories and other information to help you keep up with everything.Security: The net worth tracker you select must ensure your financial data is secure.

Told to have contractors sign the customers contract .

Not sure of my preference   Just different.No one can predict storms, but if you schedule in hurricane season you have better chance of hurricane than if you schedule outside hurricane season.  

What was your preferred method for sourcing/ screening tenants?