Personally I have my applicants fill out an application and pre-screen them before narrowing down to a short list before only running an actual background check on the first and possibly the second runner up in line for the unit.

I find most of my long term tenants just use cheap runners or area rugs to cover older flooring until they leave.

Picture this: a world where finding the perfect home doesn't have to be a slog through endless listings and open houses.

Hi Dasha,Very cool to see someone 16 years old on the BiggerPockets forum with an interest in professional life and investing time into their future rather than endlessly scrolling through social media videos! 

It is fairly common for appraisals of the same property to come in at very different numbers from different appraisers.In any event, I do not wish to engage in an endless debate with people who have more time on their hands than I.

It would be endless debate.Florida/TX may crash while CA going to all time high too in case of real estate valuation.

If you are pulling a HELOC or taking family money, leveraging credit cards, using personal savings it took you years to accumulate, whatever the source of money is - unless the source is endless - start small. 

Welcome to a realm where data intersects with destiny painting stories of resilience, progress and endless possibilities.Diving into Single Family Home TrendsIn February 2024 Palm Beachs market for single family homes embarked on a journey of strength and expansion defying expectations and embracing opportunities.Closed sales, serving as the pulse of the market saw an increase of 5.23% reflecting an atmosphere of hope and potential.

Kansas City - a rapidly expanding city with endless opportunities.Any investors here that may be considering the market?

We messed around with having low skill or runner type of people sitting there, but then they were not 100% sure to talk their way through scenarios nor did the inspector have any rapport with these people.