When you select the next tenant I would certainly ensure that you have your eyes on the applications that are coming in, and ask that you are involved in the decision making process. 3x income, clean credit and background checks should be a minimum for approval, even if it takes a month or so to find someone. 

Do you still background check the tenant? 

I did a background check and was able to look up his many properties across all states so I really don't have concerns he doesn't have any assets. 

With your extensive background in appraisals and commercial real estate, you're a fantastic addition to the community.

My current tenant wants to add their boyfriend to the lease. But upon looking at court records this person has multiple driving violations and charges of criminal trespassing. Would you pass on this potential tenant o...

I dropped the price to $1800 no utilities included I’ve had 3 hits so far one was viewed the property and loved it then when it was time for the background check she disappeared.

My background is in architecture, based in Southern California, looking to get into real estate investing, both flips and long term rental properties both in California but most likely looking to start in other states.Happy to be here and look forward to learning from everyone!

Since you're in Florida and the laws are much more fair, I'd be willing to take a chance if his background/credit check came in clean. 

Since you pay the PM for their work, the application fee should only cover the actual costs of pulling a credit report and background check.

Your construction background covers much.