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Seek out local real estate groups to get an idea and network around local regulations.

I don't see them ever reversing the regulations.

These platforms are affordable and offer comprehensive reports (credit, background, eviction history) without you having to handle sensitive information directly.Verify Employment and Landlord History: Your plan to request pay stubs and a landlord reference is solid.

I'm now looking into having a title company do a comprehensive title search before officially putting in an offer. 

It is a federal regulation but some states reach out and screw you.

Much of my career for the last decade has been in Cybersecurity, and we feel the same about DOJ and regulations around incidents. 

Quote from @Joy Daniels: As a short-term property manager I've seen how this industry changes so often—new guest trends, tech tools, and regulations seem to pop up all the time.

That could mean fewer lending regulations overall, which would be amazing.

There isn't a sustainability problem in Texas, it's a regulation problem.