, I am no expert in the Tucson market.

Remember, most of these loans are not like your house loan, where the house is collateral, but really YOU and your income are the security of the loan.  

There are handful of crowdfunding lending companies emerged lately.They all seem to share a need to be an accredited investor to start investing.In order for an individual to qualify as an accredited investor, he or she must accomplish at least one of the following:1) earn an individual income of more than $200,000 per year, or a joint income of $300,000, in each of the last two years and expect to reasonably maintain the same level of income.2) have a net worth exceeding $1 million, either individually or jointly with his or her spouse.3) be a general partner, executive officer, director or a related combination thereof for the issuer of a security being offered.How strict is the accreditation requirement is being followed?

Ask if there are any classes for your area.Attend your local REIA meetings and find out who the tax sale experts are. 

It helps you find investor-friendly experts like agents, CPAs, financial planners, and property managers who are reviewed by investors in the BiggerPockets community.Hope this helps!

I require a $1,000 security deposit, no exceptions and I let them know they will be paying all utilities, mowing the lawn, keeping up the landscaping and cleaning the gutter. 

Here is the breakdown of the deal:home price: $380Krental income: $3600/per month (4 units)Need expert opinion on the deal. 

Feel free to reach out if you need any assistance or have questions about securing financing for investment properties.

It is my #2 is not allowed but I defer to the experts @Dave Foster or @Bill Exeter. 

I know some landlords rotate locks but personally, I'm not comfortable with that as a secure option.