I say this as I would caution you to allow anyone access to your books who you do not trust 100% or a CPA. 

If Oak Park allows STRs, leveraging that history could make the property stand out.That said, unless the home has been preserved as a landmark or has unique historical features, the value boost may be more about novelty than a significant price increase.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. i have clients call me asking to lock in the maximum buy-down we can possibly allow; and others who think its a terrible idea. as other's have mentioned, i would first look at your recoupment period.

For many, it allows people to test the waters to see if they enjoy being a landlord. 

If you allow this to continue, they will only get worse over time, and your losses will increase.I suggest you hire an attorney.

What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?

If your escrow company allowed that to happen, you should go after them.

I highly encourage everyone to view the property before putting money down, but that's not ideal for many of them, so I do allow them to rent "sight unseen," but I am very open with them to ensure they don't show up and back out.1.

Any individual PM (not associated with companies) who can handle 3 doors in Jax and Citrus Spings, fL

Would those situations allow the assets to be sold???