For sure have your attorney advise you on the rules about rental deposits & procedures for returns and deductions, that is where you can get bit.Here is what I have found is best.

My text to her was about procedures for repairs.

Or some kind of court procedure that wouldn't cost him some any thing to file evictions.

Follow whatever procedure is laid out in your state law to break a lease. 

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.