Heck it’s common practice to make someone aware of an impending obligation.

The foregoing is not legal advice and is shared for informational purposes only on what I see as a practical approach of how I will address such issues. 

Fix everything you plan to, clean it, have it professionally photographed and listed with a realtor to make sure you get fully vetted tenants and the most options.If you were a renter in today's market and walked into a new listing with a nice front photo online and it was under renovation, would you pay market value?

I’ve never heard of such a thing and don’t see anything online about this. 

Are you interested in collecting payments online with the reporting included or just rent reporting without online payment processing? 

I practiced in front of a mirror and my family for days.

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Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice about the management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - tells you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

Did you ask them if they have online access to the deed and probate records?

Because all my need for notary are in CA, I was unaware that this practice was not everywhere.