Many people erroneously post in the Renter's Discussion forum.

Many people erroneously post in the Renter's Discussion forum.

The practice also hurts lenders as they draw business conclusions based on erroneous credit history reports and thus miss a good opportunity/ lose clients. 

I deduct cost from deposits and if funds exhausted, I front the balance due pro's and make tenant pay storage to retrieve.In my highly litigious state (CA) it's essential to err on the side of caution because people will form attachments to things left behind, (including pets!)

Because the training you can offer 1099's is limited (I'd structure any training as an "Orientation" to err on the side of caution with this requirement), I'd need to be cautious, but based upon the idea that they could operate from their chosen location and would be required to provide their own laptop, etc, I'm cautiously optimistic that I could meet the 1099 standards.

Many people erroneously post in the Renter's Discussion forum.Renter's Discussion: "This is the forum for renters who are looking for advice in dealing with their landlord.

So, yes I am going to err on the side that benefits me by not placing a bad tenant in my property.

Many people erroneously post in the Renter's Discussion forum.

Many people erroneously post in the Renter's Discussion forum. 

It is a very delicate line to walk...and I would proceed judiciously, and err on the side of what would be considered acting ethically by others in that industry.