Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

Do you have enough years in to take the broker test or have you already passed that and are an associate broker at a firm?

We use the same process locally, unless there's language in a listing about not accepting blind offers.To your specific questions on taking a trip to visit all properties and then decide? 

However, if tenant does not move in for any reason, other than Landlord’s decision not to rent the apartment, this holding fee shall be forever forfeited and shall not be refunded.Landlord Signature DateBy my signature(s) below, I request that the landlord accept $XXX.00 as a holding fee for (Address) and the payment of such fee shall result in the Landlord not accepting any other tenant(s) for rental of this apartment up and until the commencement of my lease on (Lease Start).

Or, should I accept with conditions if one or more applicants do not meet the minimum credit score?

Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one of them should stand out for you.

We learned how important it is to rebalance tests, which is something that is often missed but is essential for long-term success.

Eyes wide open acceptance of the risk is needed. 

Also Booking.com somehow doesn't accept credit card anymore after the integration and right now I just found out a guest is checking in on Wednesday and he's paying cash. 

Use A/B testing to see which ads perform better and adjust your strategy accordingly.