I downloaded a whole bunch of forms and this one "Addendum to Option to Purchase Agreement" calls for a "witness" to sign.

There is a lot of work to keep track of, but since I have witnessed it, I feel confident that I can manage everything smoothly.

A landlord could be accused of religious discrimination if s/he asks the tenant to refrain from having Muslim guests when there is no evidence of any violation of established property management rules.

It's also sad that I have to be extra cautious about who I rent to because someone may accuse me of basing my decision on race even though it never enters my mind.

Somebody wanting to sue for you backing out of a bad deal or accusing you of selling them a property with defects like unknown termite damage).

@Jordan Clayson In these Louisiana tax deed cases, I locate the former owner and have them sign a relinquishment (created by your attorney) with a notary and two witnesses. 

What I would witness is that roughly half of clients either have a rough idea of where they're going, and how they want to get there, and really just need someone to bounce ideas off of or need some re-assurance about their path.

If it looks like they are still living there they could claim you stole something of high value or if the parent wasn't home and a minor only was there that something occurred.If you go even if they are there you need another party for a witness in case a situation happens.Everything in investing is a learning experience.No legal advice.            

Its a sellers market wit the mass exodus of people coming from California and other densely populated areas.

I gave them several hours notice since it was an "Emergency" So I have another witness as of today to their behavior.I always make friends with the permanent neighbors next to my homes and they watch my back for me.