I have three years proof of income. 

His social proof is all about name dropping.  

If they choose to stay, they must show proof of income so you know it's affordable.

And there are syndicators out there that have long, strong track records, that spend more time operating than marketing, that aren't selling their guru courses and the syndications are just social proof as to why you should spend $30k on their course.But the flip side of this risk is time.  

Then in my bigger unit I decided to use the $1.98 a sqft LVP and I have had nothing but problems. thought if I spent a little more and got the water proof stuff it would be better.

STRs are recession proof, I thought?

However, communication issues with Lacey began almost immediately—she took two weeks just to send me a contract and was frequently unresponsive, blaming weather-related issues.She advertised the property as highly profitable, but when I asked for proof, she never provided any.

I've also taken pictures of each room so I have proof of the state of the furnishings etc.

Not having to go find a good cleaner and handy person, proof of regular maintenance on the hard systems (A/C, Furnace etc) helps.

EXAMPLE: college student living with parent(s).Regarding using child support - suggest you follow mortgage requirements:1) Need copy of divorce decree to determine ages of children, so you can confirm how long it will continue.2) Need proof of at least 3-6 months of actual payments, as too many deadbeat dads.