Thanks to BP for establishing such an awesome place to share info.I live in Washington DC and had continually delayed hopes of buying my first home in this high priced market.

It took time and despite all the amazing features that tell us seems to offer, we went with the more established cozyNot exactly sure why but that’s what the team decided.

I presume that came after you established a track record of successful flips.

If so, how do I establish values since there is no sales price?  

If they already have taken possession, then they are testing you and you need to stand firm on the policies you established when they moved in or they will walk ALL OVER YOU for the remainder of their lease. 

Since I emailed him I have discovered my local Real Estate Association and have made plans to attend their next meeting in hopes of establishing a connection there.

@Reginald Smith JrI LOLed when I saw your post as I was told the same exact thing by a well established real estate attorney recently.On the bright side, I see more and more law firm booths at my local REIA :)

Before screening, establish your minimum criteria to rent.

After some time I refi out of that loan to re-establish my VA Loan status for use with another home...in a different area of course because the military has moved me.

A multi-year lease is extremely beneficial for both the tenant and landlord.The goal for the tenant is to establish a valuable home for a predictable period of time.