These are good indicators of quality tenants.You can also adjust how much deposit you take as well.

It's possible to find great tenants with thorough screening, but also be mindful if you're considering short-term (e.g., AirBnB) as it will expose your property to bad actors.Law enforcement and the legal system seem to operate quite slowly out there.

You do this buy buying a quality asset in a good enough location.

The deal is risky unless you know the market well, have experience executing this strategy, and have accounted for the quality of the asset and tenant. 

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Quote from @V.G Jason: Buy 2-3 quality rentals with a 1.25 DSCR.

A good manager will handle everything from marketing to maintenance and tenant screening, saving you time and stress.Vendors and LandscapingBuilding a team of dependable vendors—like landscaping companies, contractors, and insurance agents—is critical.

I'd hate for a temporary dip in the quality of the tenant pool to be giving my landlord "spidey sense" false alarms on account of taking an extra month or two to fill a unit.

Which essentially puts some standards in place and a good guideline for handling all things in the company. ie. company mission, telephone standards, tenant screening process, etc. 

Fund higher quality cosmetic / light rehab for durability and dignity for tenants.