We hire a photographer for our houses when the project is done, use those for the MLS and also for our files for the portfolio for the project.  

There is however a third option that unlocks the door to financial freedom.

You need to make sure the tenant has not left water faucets running, the stove on, windows/doors unlocked, etc. that would put your property at risk.4.  

Photographs are key as well.

This may help.... http://www.courts.ca.gov/1288.htm Some of the veterans may be able to provide better answers from personal experience but IMO, the 3 Day or Quit notice taped to the front door and photographed for your file is a good tool to get someone's attention.

The borrower is a freelance photographer so self-employed, but yes there was verification of income at the time the loan was made.

I have also worked part time for the last 15 years as a professional corporate photographer.

You'll get through this :)When I send notices to problem tenants in writing, I send a certified letter, a regular letter, and I have my contractor post one on her door and photograph it with the time/date stamp and property number visible.

Photos are almost always worth it. for ~$200 your online presence vs a non-professional is night and day.Also, vet your photographer well.

The more business we do, the more opportunities to unlock more possibilities.