I’m benefiting from being really close to the site of the soon to be finished Obama library. 

Scour every home site available and even sites that are not know for home sales, but sales in general - you may be surprised.

Otherwise, you could also provide prevention recommendations somewhere on the lease that includes what you've mentioned above.Assuming you don't have a lawyer to help with your rental agreement you can find some sample clauses on a site such as Law Insider.

Great to have you on the site. 

I'm curious if this discrepancy is typical of other regions as well.How accurate is the data on this site?

I agree a walk-through alone is not comprehensive enough to find all issues with the home. 

Their role is purely administrative, so if you file incorrectly or choose the wrong entity type, you’re on your own.3.Hiring a Lawyer or CPA (White-Glove Service):This is the most comprehensive option, with costs ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.

The website 51west.properties also scores low on scam advisor ("owner is using a service to hide their identity, high number of suspicious websites on the server, registrar has a high % of spammers and fraud sites, website is (very) young, website appears to be hosted by a company with a bad reputation", all according to https://www.scamadviser.com/check-website/51west.properties...)Trust your instincts. 

I don't beleive this is true based on the IRS site stating you don't have to issue a 1099 if you are "not engaged in a trade or business."  

I didn't, and the people at Eagle Rock, who approved permits and necessary utility connections, were not very cooperative, which made the process more stressful than it had to be.I've seen lots listed on Zillow and the Aggressive Real Estate web site.