If you have solid credit habits a hard inquiry is not going to effect you that much and once you make your first payment in that new debt you will notice it stabilize.

I've even used recent inquiries to fax into a closing.

One was inline with appraisal another actually met at the price point, as I was not concerned that the price was slightly elevated seeing the market revitalization happening.Many others, I presented myself as a very serious inquiry (a couple I contacted multiple times even after the initial no response - two still didn't respond).

In order to do this, you’ll need your application to include a statement authorizing you to pull a potential tenant’s credit reports and conduct any inquiries necessary to verify the accuracy of the information they submitted.

You could also send out direct mail introducing yourself with offers or owner finance inquiries, as many do not realize this is even an option (speaking to those that either own free and clear, or with notes without due on sale clauses).

She might not object to some flirting and compliments on her looks or inquiries as to whether she's single or not on Facebook now but if she decides it makes her uncomfortable later, or realizes it gives her the upper hand legally, then you and your PM/marketing guy could have a harassment and/or discrimination claim to deal with.

My state's website charges per inquiry.

I do respond to all inquiries with an email stating the minimum requirements 

I got a lot of spam emails which seem to be a legit rental inquiry at the first look.

Credit708, was 712 before hard inquiries for mortgage loan.