If it is a small town City that issnt aware of such programs by the state, you could bring them the information and present it to them and request the City pursue it for both yours and their benefit. 

The scammer would have to be present at several court hearings over the course of a year or two in addition to filing the proper paperwork.

This is what I just wrote about in a piece I submitted for publication on how the Gig Economy presents new opportunities to the middle class investor.

My wife the serial entrepreneur needed some digital help.

It could be worth considering a shot at an actual software solution built for DIY landlords (1 - 15 units); one that helps you to automate your own rental process (ie. compared to other tools, one that helps you to actually get it listed on 10+ major listing sites, allows you to schedule showings, provides you with super thorough tenant screening options, online digital leases which can be customized and help you by breaking out those fees, automated maintenance tracking, and fast rent collection which also offers your tenants the ability to report their positive on-time payments to the major credit bureaus; just another positive reinforcement/added incentive to get them to make those payments on time).

Cost on them are extremely inexpensive if you buy it right, and the kitchen presentation will be much better.Please don't hesitate to reach out with any further questions that you may have.Ben

You present them with a notebook of rental comps and the rentometer print out and ask them to suggest their new rent.

I think we will see modest price increases in the single digits (say 3-4%) as the Fed eases back on rates.There are basically two long term plays in real estate - investing for cash-flow, and investing for appreciation.  

I was presented with multiple deals and walked through pros/cons of each house and specific street/neighborhood.

I'm finding some great sellers in Orange County who like that option to help with their capital gains liability...you just need an agent who knows how to present that type of offer.