I get a few more calls for service but higher rent is worth it.

County has assessed for 200k but would be worth more due to the area they are building homes left and right on that road and they are selling 300k+ and up.

Their expertise is worth the cost to do it right the first time.

I know this is above and beyond what most municipalities require, but being fair will make the whole process easier.Additionally, a new landlord can reduce the 60-90-day notice by offering more moving assistance (cash and/or labor) if they move sooner rather than later.

It's worth the $250.You have a pretty broad and "standard" list of items that you would inspect for sure!

I think another trick is, can you get a mortgage or is it an all cash deal?

One month vacancy can eat up all the cash flow.

If it's worth it to you now, I'd find a real estate lawyer and ask if they have a simple lease agreement they made.

Anyone have recommendations on ones that are actually worth it and have helped you or others you know. 

If the client is in CA the community property state laws may help here (not entirely sure) depending on when the property was acquired but it would be a great question for an attorney as Jason mentioned.If they were married and went through a divorce it would be worth looking into how the divorce paperwork stated how that property would be handled.