I saved them from losing a lot of money to a total scammer (difficult scam to detect due to fake ID's and elaborate identity theft by the scammer.

Now, they owe me a lot more than the security deposit (rent, bills, damages...)I saw there was a new House BIll that came through last year (2023), and added a new subsection to RCW 59.18.280 which does mention RCW 59.18.260 about the checklist requirement for the security deposit:(4) The requirements with respect to checklists and documentation that are set forth in RCW59.18.260 and this section do not apply to situations in which part or all of a security deposit is withheld by the landlord for reasons unrelated to damages to the premises, fixtures, equipment, appliances, and furnishings, such as for rent or other charges owing.This is the new "exception" (per the title of the RCW59.18.280).

Read the attached post, this story is identical to mine and about 60 others scammed by David Hughes, Walt Trock and Michael Lanzahttps://www.victimsbelocscam.com/forum/victims-discussion/mc...

However, a year ago, I opened a brokerage here in Tampa called Investing N Florida, where we manage short-term rental properties, provide training for agents on selling and purchasing investment properties, and specifically equip our agents to work with investors.

My current property manager said he's not equipped to handle MTRs at the moment, and basically said if I plan to go this route I'll need to find a new PM. 

With the right targeted marketing to people in the Northeast & Midwest, appropriate amenities for the audience (you’ll want to have super solid washer and dryer for assorted horse laundry, places to put saddles, a solidly equipped kitchen, places for kids to study and parents to work, etc) you’d be able to distinguish yourself in the marketplace.

Our home is very well equipped.

Make sure you are equipped to do your own 7 day notice after working with this lawyer.

The  local power company and Energy buyer contracts are set, land-lease contracts are set, and the solar equipment are all in place.

You should check your state's laws but in Florida, the title company makes sure to verify the seller's identity after we open escrow.