However, such a provision doesn't actually prevent that additional/junior lien from attaching to the property, leaving the 1st lien lender stuck with the issues @Chris Seveney mentioned. 

For prospects seeking to rent many months in advance we are typically declining those and seeking to lease up as close as possible to the next available date so as to prevent potential gap periods that will be harder to lease. 

While this hasn't been needed in the past, I’m considering if it could help prevent tenants from reporting problems later that they claim existed when they moved in.

The way my lease reads the tenant remains responsible to pay rent and utilities to "prevent waste of the premesis."

However, termites can be persistent, so a regular maintenance plan could add peace of mind and prevent future damage.For example, your pest control company’s plan charges $995 upfront for termites and $22 per month for ongoing treatment.

Instead, you have a section of the footing for the two bedrooms that isn't deep enough to prevent frost from getting under it.

Having clear, mutually agreeable terms can prevent misunderstandings and keep your options open.It’s always best to consult a real estate attorney to ensure the contract aligns with your interests, particularly if you foresee independent deals.

They are normal to think about, but these kind of questions are going to give you limited beliefs and prevent you from moving forward on a potentially great property.

Putting the acceptance criteria prominently in the ad will prevent most of the non-qualified people from coming to the open house or applying.

To be clear, we inherited the house, but there is a complication that prevents us from being able to sell it for a few years, but we will eventually sell.