Would that be, for example, if the PM says, "I manage a duplex for John Smith in Turlock," then I call John as a reference, ask John a few questions, and then ask John the address of his duplex so I can later look it up on the county website and verify if he is the owner?

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

But I'd happily help you compare or verify if there are certain features or metrics you find most important!

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

For example, require a minimum FICO score of XXX, gross monthly income X times the rent, and verifiable income for the last X years.

The zoning office suggests reviewing the zoning ordinance, but the course didn’t cover zoning assumptions in detail.What’s the best way to verify zoning suitability and double-check zoning information?

Tenants should pay  utilities - they're consuming those and landlords should 'inspect' what they expect on a quarterly basis and that includes verifying that utilities are current.  

I like to go with the motto, Trust but Verify.

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

I went back to Memphis last year for the first time in six years to find all is as advertised with very minor exceptions.We have picture inspections done every four months, cost $75, because I'm a trust but verify guy.Good people, good service.