Think of it like trying to save money on a doctor and potentially jeopardizing your health just to save a few bucks.

As a landlord, the simplest way to avoid this problem is to just... allow pets. 

Hi all,I'm making a trip to KS (from CO) in a few weeks and will be seriously considering a few properties to be used as BRRR's and for mid term rentals.Question for this group:a. Anyone in this area? Or invest in the...

., Phx. 85027, nice house, close to yours, stainless appliances, very nice backyard, and they accept pets, read the description the realtor wrote about that house and pets.Also look at the others on Zillow in that area.

You can advertise no pets which will eliminate most people and just deal with the few that do reach out. 

Is he in good health?

Currently, one of my long-term employees is on the brink of financial bankruptcy due to the significant health care costs associated with her teenage daughter’s severe mental health illness.

It was down to our unit and a competitor unit, so when I explained to them how pet rent works in Colorado (max of $35/month total), they decided to move forward with us.

My property manager is getting old and is having health issues.

You seem very green, I would highly suggest finding a property management company to do this for your while you learn the ropes and how things work.However, you can also get a copy of "The Book on Managing Rental Properties" by Brandon Turner, and get some really good information.The main one's to consider are:Background check - totally clear, or will you allow certain thingsEviction history - totally clear, or will you allow if no evictions for last xx yearsIncome Requirement - usually 3x the cost of rentCredit History - totally clear, or will you allow certain thingsPets - yes or no, size, type, number of pets allowed, extra pet deposit/feeAgain, I highly suggest a property manager to assist you with this.