That way if drugs/pets/guests happen, you haven't committed to them for a year.

Not a requirement but take advantage of their knowledge and experience in their pet markets.

What specific trainings has the pet received?

Hello,I am just getting started in real estate and just recently bought our first investment property and was reviewing landlord tenant law in Massachusetts.I read that "Under MGL 186 § 15B, a landlord is only allowed to collect, as up-front charges to a tenant, (1) first month’s rent; (2) last month’s rent; (3) a security deposit equal to the first month’s rent; and (4) the purchase and installation cost for a key and lock" It also said that all other charges such as application fees, deposit to hold, pet fees, etc were illegal.Is this true?

He's gonna sell to someone.. could be a consideration if price was right and your prepared ahead of time to have the cat lady gone. ya if you do make offer I'd not accept pets in future. 

I'm not good at telephone pre-screening...I admit it...So, from what I've read, it's important to emphasize your requirements, whatever they may be....for example, income 3xrent, no evictions, no felonies, no pets, 2 most recent pay stubs...again, these are just examples.I'm going to have a vacancy and I think it's time to admit my short comings, even though I've been doing this for years...since '94.I feel it's easily the weakest part of my landlord skills.Any advice is greatly appreciated.Thank you,Arnie

Here's the base numbers :Purchase price - $60,0004 bed 1 1/2 bath each sideGross rents $1860/month (900 each side plus $60/month for pets for one of the tenants.

Do you have pets?

$3730 / 1br - 718 ft2 - Spacious 1 Bed w/ W/D in Unit, A/C, pet friendly-Soma  -West CA$2685 / 1br - 775ft2 - Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counter tops -Los Angeles $2720 / 1br - Absolutely Stunning One Bedroom with Pre War Charm Prime block (Upper West Side)  East coast NY $2050 / 1br - 800ft2 - Condo for Rent in Best Location in Arlington  (DC)

No pets or smoking.He has a security of deposit of $500 that would transfer to me.Home was updated in 2012 with new floors including sub flooring.