And stop the mindless social media thumbing!     

.), especially if you don't know many people - the social scene makes it worth the commute.

He asked me for information about me (but not my social security number) and has already "approved the loan".

The minimum requirements for example are:3x rental incomeGood references from past landlordsCurrent landlord reference may be inaccurate so use the others to better judgeCheck income by calling manager and verifying job stability, etc.Credit score of 600+pass background checkDepending on your requirement, but no smoking is a good idea.Check them out on social media, understand their personality.Check their car to see how clean it is.A demanding landlord or one trying to move in earlier than you can Isnt a good idea.There’s honestly a lot when it comes to landlording.

You will make mistakes regardless of your RE IQ and regardless how long you have been in this business but procrastination will be the death of any entrepreneur.

It's an unfortunate thing that some people in the world think that is a normal and accepted course of action, due to social media. 

The agent-client relationship needs to have trust and it is difficult to build this online without social proof. 

It is the later non-owner occupant ones that can get more challenging with loan limitations like having to use portfolio lenders after 10 loans on your social security number, DSCR, reserve requirements, etc.

While social media may be the future in a lot of cases, I would have to disagree with that being your biggest platform.

Mortgage banks socialize in only mortgages and have a bit more flexibility.