Eddie Speed is a nationally acknowledged note guy and even has his own "Note School". 

And maybe include a clause in the lease that you have them initial separately, that says something about the fact that they acknowledge that there is a stream on the property, and they are required to act responsibly and carry insurance.Is the property fenced, so kids can't easily get back there to play?  

But you also need to acknowledge that people are Going to be loosing their homes Soon.

When you are investing in a low income city you have to acknowledge that majority of the city will be graded the same way.

At minimum I do make folks acknowledge my published criteria for tenants before taking time to show.  

Tenant acknowledges this requirement and agrees to notify Landlord when any occupant of the Premises reaches the age of 18 or becomes an emancipated minor."

, and offers three options: Tenant agrees; Tenant rejects and acknowledges they will be vacating within the period required by local law; or, they may request a compromise or other changes, which will be considered and responded to.

I do acknowledge their lose, and ask if they ever think of selling please call.

I will know the opening bid most likely but not the upset price...Usually the sheriff wants to first acknowledge the bid before allowing any additional bid.

If you haven't done that, I would do so as soon as possible and see if they acknowledge it.