I didn't find any license and I failed to figure out whether she has a broker (I believe not).Initially tenants were going to move in with a dog but they failed to find $500 pet deposit.

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

We also covered the initial pet fee, as our now tenants had 2 dogs.If you can swing it financially to do so, it doesn't hurt.

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

My client isn't sure about having a pet, but she currently renovating 1 unit and staying afloat with rental income from the remaining 2 units.

Aloha,Here are the forms they utilize, including the inspection checklist and inspection form:https://www.hud.gov/program_of...While the forms are pretty consistent, the Inspectors are not, and may have their "pet peeves". 

Our office has reached out to them letting them know how much our pet fee is and that we need some information on their pet.

Find a market you like with a good future (strong schools, job market, low crime).Learn how to analyze property for good cash flow.Get your finances in order with no debt, a good budget, a personal emergency fund, enough money for the down payment, and a reserve in case anything goes wrong with the rental in the first 6-12 months.Buy.Immediately start educating yourself on how to manage problems (application screening, late rent, unauthorized pets/people, etc.) and saving for the next investment.Here's a guide that describes what good cash flow looks like and how to analyze a property.https://www.biggerpockets.com/...

Don't keep student loans around like a pet, especially when they are that small.

Recently went in a rental property to replace air filters and discovered the tenants pets had damaged an approx 1' x 3' section of carpet.