Law is like jello, It bends with the argument and with the interpretation and application.

- You've got to go to the property for showing- Many do not show up, so you waste your time- Then you have to have a legally compliant rental application & lease- Some approved applicants disappear the day before or day of lease signing!

It would also make sense for them to not pull permits to save on the permit application fees and finish the rehab asap without delay.

However, after he saw the quantity of ADU applications come across his desk to plan check he went out and started his own consulting company.

Simultaneously, you're managing applicants and tenants, who are often working within tight timelines to secure or renew leases.

After communicating with a prospective resident (Google Voice #, usually by text), with just a name, telephone number and email, the applicant can pay $55 to provide us with a background, eviction and credit check.

After we completed their intake application and began the process, Austin handed us off to other staff.

As someone who manages over 1,200 properties, I can tell you that proper screening is where professional property managers (PMs) really shine.Here’s why working with a professional PM is worth it:Screening Expertise:Fraud in tenant applications is more common than many realize.

Wasted 8 months with the County Auditor on the first application just arguing with her on the correct form.  

I'll add a few more things that can have a huge financial impact: required reserves, LTC (loan to cost), application or other upfront fees, and prepayment penalties.As a fellow flipper, I think it's important to have reserves, but they shouldn't be required as part of your funding.