As I understand, landlords there cannot charge application fees, security deposits and evictions are VERY challenging.Have communicated with several PMCs and investors in Ohio market and not aware of any real differences from Michigan. 

One of them being you can't charge more than one month security deposit.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

No paid apps anyway.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

Since the payment was deposited into your account on 1/6/2025, it would typically be considered income for 2025, even though the tenant paid it on 12/31/2024.However, if you use cash-basis accounting (which most landlords do), the key factor is when you physically receive the money, not when it was sent or owed.

NO!!! 

Curtain rods no longer exist.

Drop price $50 or $100 Wait 2-3 weeks and if no renter emerges drop it another $50-$100.

I would keep the deposit unless I am able to rebook the dates and then I would only make her pay the difference for any unbooked nights.