Without rent control i either raise their rent far above market rents so they give me notice (my preferred method) or i simply do not renew their lease.

I don't include non paying Tenants because I like a small slice of positivity in my life and prefer to think I did our screening well enough that all our Tenants are paying.Cheers! 

DLP lending fund and DLP preferred credit fund = In solo 401k (roth or traditional) because they are tax inefficient.

Exterior Deck or PatioAdding an outdoor living space like a deck or patio extends the usable living area and enhances the home's appeal, especially in regions with warm weather.In addition to these improvements, understanding the local real estate market and focusing on upgrades that align with buyer preferences in that area is crucial for maximizing ARV.Noah, thank you for this great feedback.

Especially on the Preferred thing, that does seem to work!

You can make checking accounts for the deposits but I prefer Savings accounts because it produces more interest that the landlord can keep here in NC ;)

So I am sure they don't want pesky DTR operators stealing their bed and food and alcohol revenue.

When I told her that we already had her try again and I would prefer if she just paid me back for the handyman services I had to incur after the first round, she stopped communicating with me. 

Since I am having my prospective tenants cover the cost I would prefer to have the lowest cost option that gives you the most bang for your buck, but at the same time I want to be sure that what I am paying for is reliable.

Personally, I'd prefer dollar-tree ones (if basic, uncluttered look) over none in the room (bedroom, whatever) because I want to encourage trash being put away.