Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

There are two, one bedroom apartments on the second floor and first floor is currently being used as a convenience store.

Mid thirties couple earning very well (more than 8X rent) with a small pet.

We are not pet friendly.

They are always leased here even for the corporate stations where they have a convenience store, a Popeyes or the like and a car wash.

I have my personal emergency fund stored away in a HYSA, and am working to build up a15k property reserve as well, but am conflicted on where to keep that 15k. 

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

REPSTracker on the App Store

Some people are sending supplies (clothes, other needed items like school supplies, food for humans and pets, etc). 

Documents regarding your pet(s), if any: Photo; vaccine records; proof of license with Animal Services; contact info of vet; renters insurance showing pet coverage.8.