Timing will make a big difference leasing this SFH in Seattle— if possible, aim for your vacancy to hit the market ~May 15th to June 15th, maximizing time on market for a June / July lease start date— this will give you the largest tenant pool, lowest vacancy time & highest rent.

My out-of-state clients love it here because you can still find cash flowing deals hitting the 1% rule with lots of appreciation potential.

It wasn't called that but worked similar that if ended sooner then the 10yrs there was a financial hit for each yr not honored. 

You can still find positive cash flow and deals that do hit the 1% rule here!

What are the odds your house burns down or gets hit with a tornado?  

They try to hit that goal and have been successful at that, he told me.

The biggest employer shut down about a year ago and 3  hurricanes (2 major) hit directly in the last year.

When it comes to how good these tactics are in my area, it's hit or miss.

You hit on a tough reality.. inheriting tenants who aren’t prepared to pay on time can be one of the biggest curveballs for a landlord.

Unless you're in the right market, traveling nurses can be hit-or-miss.