DO NOT PAY AN APPLICATION FEE.

Your biggest challanges:1) Figuring out how to advertise on Zillow2) Handling all the calls3) Scheduling showings - and getting stood up4) Finding a rental application to use - you can use Zillow's or easily Google for one.5) Figuring out how to screen applicants ***** This is IMPORTANT!

In just the past week, I've had to deny six applications from agent-led showings because the agents didn’t conduct proper due diligence upfront.

Finding them online and completing an application so they can atleast do an initial underwriting will work.here is min. someone will want to see:2.

Here are some warning signs I’ve come across, but I’d love to hear your experiences:1️⃣ Upfront Fees – Are application, due diligence, or "insurance" fees ever legitimate?

I've seen some people house hack a single family home by renting out the rooms, but keep in mind that traditional lenders would not be able to use the income from renting out the rooms (known as boarder income) towards additional income on the application.

So accepting and approving multiple applicants is the norm?

You will want to understand taxes and applicable laws.

But I need a portal where I can do the following -Customize the tenant application  ( Cozy does not  allow me to customize)- Have tenant Upload Pay stubs, DL, etc. 

I had multiple applications and inquiries were still coming in.Also keep in mind your goals.