Also, be sure you know the proper move-out procedures for the security deposit.  

It took @Charlie Hampton more than a year to get rid of a guy who was squatting in a old shed in a property partly because he initiated "eviction" procedures, which gave the squatter access to a whole series of rights he savvily exploited. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/110018-update-on-my-squatter?

And the small claims court judges don't expect you to know all the laws or procedures, etc.  

Obviously careful planning, analysis, clear policies and procedures, and a dedicated team can make your dream a reality.  

I discussed pet rent with the property management company I use, and they suggested not asking tenants for it (to remain competitive), plus they have their own pet policy/procedure.  

The landlord must follow abandonment procedure, which may include posting the notice to quit for non-payment of rent and proper notice to enter the premises.

We do the same procedure when it comes to contacting the  current landlord and have busted one already who put a fake reference on the app. 

So, I strongly recommend that you follow the normal procedure to start evicting your tenant as soon as allowed if you do not received rent as agreed.  

We were fortunate that it is standard operating procedure in our marketGino

But, you can call the MN housing court for where your property is, and ask them what the procedure would be.https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Consumer/Handbooks/LT/L...Anyway, that's what I'd do.