The PM is still responsible for giving you any monies owed from rent and/or security deposits.

How much capital do you have available, since even if you successfully syndicate a deal, you are still out of pocket for earnest deposit, due diligence costs, formation costs, etc until you reimburse yourself from the raise.

Can I require additional deposit to cover the accidents this animal is going to make?

First, you always wind up being in for more than you budget, always, and two if you are cutting the capital requirement needed close then you can go under and default.Truth be told, to get through a deal and afford: Down Payment, Closing Costs, Holding Costs, Deposit for contractor, taxes, insurance. 

She offered to pay a full rent's payment upfront, along with the deposit, to compensate for her current unemployment.Are there negatives or major red flags that are associated with this that I should consider as I evaluate her application?

That's all costs and deposit fronting.When project costs rise to 200k - 300k, the investors need to be 45k - 60k liquid to get through the same 5 - 6 months.

And if so, what are the benefits of section 8 if the only guarantee is the direct deposit and yearly inspection?

Community Banks are more likely to work with you as an investor, but they are going to require higher liquidity from you, a significant deposit relationship, and will likely not be as agressive with the loan terms that you might find with lenders that specialize in investor deals.

Hello, we had a tenant move out recently and are working to get the security deposit refunded within the 14-day window as stipulated by AZ state law.

@Ricardo Polanco I would not grant buyer early possession without a large nonrefundable deposit.