Each must work simultaneously with the other two, where each one without the other two will cause the system to fail. 

I don't think it is the state causing a slowdown.

3) Would it be advisable to include a clause in the renters agreement stating the landlord will not be liable in case of injury caused by tenant negligence? 

Cause if you that's what you are shooting for, keep in mind, its very easy to tell that type of person "No" and not buy anything. 

Air filters not being changed in years could burn out the motors faster as dust accumulates internally and in the vents themselves running to the air systems.You can also see in that time how the tenant is taking care of the property on an ongoing basis and any maintenance items needed that could cause potential hazards at your property.

@Maria Crenshaw background checks don’t really tell you much about who people are they only tell you who they were at one point in life, I speak from experience because I was once a lost cause dropped out of school, hardcore drug user the whole nine yards, I will have 4 years clean this year and own 2 business I am forced to rent because of my background, I’m forced to work for myself because of my background just consider the fact that things aren’t like they were 30 years ago when you could do things on a handshake Ive lived at the same place for 3 years now I pay 1100 a month in rent never been late one time or not been able to pay my bills. 2.

Now that I have cash, I'm waiting to see which RE markets will drop because of the financial domino effect COVID-19 is causing. 

But with the platforms we have, we self manage quite efficiently and have had zero problems that were caused or exacerbated by this distance.

The exception to this guideline would be if you used a credit report that yielded negative info that caused you to pass on the applicant. 

In the long run if this squatter is a turd of a tenant then they could cause more damage and pain if left in the unit.It sounds like it is too late but better to not accept any money if you are evicting.