Social media, court records, local searches, etc. 

Checking social media when screening tenants can be worth the effort. 

They always want a W9, E&O, social or EIN. 

Report the lack of electric to social services Tape the notice to the door , take a picture with that days newspaper showing the headline , that helps verify the date .Also send certified mail 

Successful businesses are the ones that determine from the start that they will act a certain way; usually with integrity, putting the customer first, acting socially responsible, etc etc. 

, plus the opportunity cost of having your funds tied up in the meantime, especially if she decides to file BK.Also, if she's a friend (or even just someone in your social circle), be honest with yourself about how likely you'll be to actually foreclose on her.

I would have been way further than where I am if it wasn't for my dumbness and social media. 

(social media presence, website, branding, etc.)

My construction management and cost estimation background has brought a lot of value to my craft and understanding of the real estate process (although there are 1000s of other concept that I am learning everyday).Today is my first day with the Bigger Pockets family and I have heard great things about this social network and I am willing to connect with the like minded people via this platform. 

I've always considered myself an entrepreneur, someone who wanted to work for himself, do things his own way.