Challenges was the neighborhood was not the best but up-and-coming we did have a few things stolen from probably like generator And few tools but I didn’t let anything stop us from reaching our checkpoint Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

In the old days, I'd have to deal with checkpoints and hope that the one person who notarized documents was working that day since they never posted a set schedule.Performing notes are a lot easier.

Heard they even have checkpoints before you get into town to prove you are a full time resident or essential business.  

Check points are being setup along Florida's northern boarder and at local airports which we understand will be instructing certain out of state visitors to self-isolate for 14 days.The reason for this suspension is because the authorities believe that people living in Coronavirus 'hotspots' with active shelter in place orders are coming to Florida and endangering Florida residents.”

Critical Check Points: Tenant selection - screen and choose well; Lease Up - establish a strong rental agreement and make sure the tenant understands your expectations; First Three Months - like a probationary period, check in more often, most problem tenants reveal themselves within the first three months; Lease Violations - swift follow-up and enforcement; Regular Inspections - frequency will depend on a number of factors, including how well the tenant is fulfilling their responsibilities.

Wife also supplied receipts and invoices substantiating the hours she logged” - Source Checkpoint.

All it takes is one unexpected checkpoint after having a couple drinks. 

On top of the local ordinances that set stringent procedural requirements for deposits, the landlord is exposed to damages of 2x the deposit and attorney fees if missing one of the many check points.

If we look at all of the different checkpoints along the path to purchasing a new property, (ex. lead, property info submitted, offer delivered, inspections, under contract, deal closed, probably more that I'm missing) which one would be most valuable to you have a steady flow of every month?

Trust but always verify.By setting up different check points throughout the buying process, you should be able to have someone catch something if it's a scam.