They are entities, not individuals and their asset managers handle thousands or hundreds of these at a time.

I try to compare amenities,  but these houses don't have their own pools, most don't allow pets,  and they don't look that much better renovated.

I understand  commercial brokers are not always allowed to invest within the markets they work. 

Most of the area it’s only allowed WHILE you are living in the unit as your primary home.

Both options have merit: the standalone approach allows for independence and customization, while the duplex route offers potential rental income.

If no response from the tenant within their legally allowed time, file in your local l/t court. 

So you let her become a tenant (by allowing her to stay over 30 days).

This is an excellent community of like minded individuals that can greatly help you achieve success in your investing pursuit!

Some won't allow you to collect interest, while others allow the landlord to collect the interest.Know what your law allows, then explain in the lease where you are keeping the funds and handling any interest.

There is a very good chance you will never see a dime of it, but at least it will sit on their credit report and prevent them from scamming someone else or getting a loan.I'm not allowed to share who I use in the public forum, but you can contact me privately.