@Jaycee Greene  they require a non refundable deposit and give 48hrs to see proof of funds 

Sellers may struggle to mentally shift from "owner" to "tenant," which can create challenges with boundaries and property care.Security Deposit:If you’re doing a temporary leaseback, be sure to collect a substantial security deposit to cover potential damages and ensure they vacate on time.

We did give 50k deposit up front which he says he will use towards finishing up.

The reason for this email is that we need to schedule a call with a representative about our direct deposits to our bank account, we keep having the same problem every month.

It saved me when things got real (hello, crazy boyfriend with trust issues).Security Deposit: Non-NegotiableOne full month of rent as a security deposit (at the very least!)

Each jurisdiction is different, but typically include a substantial deposit due same day up to full price deposited that day. 

All things being equal, I would accept these applicants, but I would require them to pay a deposit equal to two months of rent.

PM's will keep all late fees, they hold the security deposits so they collect all the interest on security deposits. 

You can't beat the price, either, or the interest rate on deposits.

Hope you don't put down large earnest money deposits... these guys will make sure you lose them!