So I just rcvd a rental application from Zillow and the credit score is showing 714 which sounds good...

.- Most contractors will cut corners, or worse, once they figure out they won't be watched closely:( Your job will also go to the bottom of their priority list.Monitoring progress is relatively easy: hire that same inspector to go by weekly or before any payments to take a VIDEO of:1) What was done2) Quality of workmanshipOne other thing you didn't ask about, payments to contractors.- They all want 50% down or as much as they can squeeze out of you. 

Be diligent in your application process and verification. 

I canceled because of on going lies about progress on the houses. 

I look forward to engaging with you all, sharing insights, and hopefully contributing to discussions as I progress on my journey. 

However, I haven't had a single application submitted for over two weeks.

I recently had a request to apply for a unit come in that said "I am apart of the St. Vincent de Paul challenge program and are looking for housing that's willing to work with the program. All expenses will be paid on...

Here's a detailed guide on how to screen applicants: Application Screening Guide 

I'm currently using a website that I created 4 years ago, posting vacancies by creating a page and cross linking it to a form in my website for applications.  

Right now I use an VA from the Philippines to respond to all my leasing questions (from Facebook, email, text, and phone) and help with application screening and it's been working great for over 5 years!