I do not want as a tenant someone who would do this and, with our vacancy rate, if I do not desire them for a tenant (assuming not for a protected reason and being a slime ball is not a protected class) they do not get to rent our units (exception being the STRs where the PM does the screenings and probably does not try to screen for slime balls).

We had one long-term and purchased several more during last recession and had low vacancy rates, except the one we closed in late October 2009 that didn't rent until January due to really poor tenant pool out there in Nov/Dec, but market rents had dropped about 10% overall so we discounted accordingly (and screening is key). 

:)An ADU is accessory dwelling unit, think a granny flat, in-law suite, guest house, etc.

Apartment complexes frequently have a flat fee security deposit that is substantially lower than 1 month of rent (think $300, $500) - I would suggest you at least try that route.

To add onto this, if this comes out during the pre-screening process before you've made an appointment, do you still agree to show them the apartment and move forward with the application process or how would you handle this?

This would be used in conjunction with standard screening such as credit, background, and eviction checks.

I can agree to payment plans with all my tenants except those that drive diesel cars, believe the earth is flat, or think dark chocolate is better than milk chocolate.

Using a semi to high gloss finish will be more durable and easier to clean than a flat or eggshell.

Vacancies went down, rents stayed flat or, in some cases, increased. 

The land value of the property seems to be around $320K - $350K from what I'm seeing in comps.A little background on the property:2 Flat originally built in 1898Purchase Price - $320,000Lot Size - 2178sqftMy question - Has anyone dealt with fixing foundations before, and if so, is it worth it?