I could see in his face he was flat-out lying - he either took the appliances to use or sold them second-hand (most likely).

I'm screening a tenant and upon contacting the listed employer, they would not confirm any information on the tenant without a SSN, however the tenant will not provide the SSN due to a fear of cyber theft.

This is what I was thinking too, if they screen well on all other areas I didn’t see any issues.

Most house hacks we do up here are duplexes (which you call a two flat in Chicago I believe).You probably know that you don't need that much down for a house hack.

The majority of Chicago two flats are set up like this where the basement has been converted into a unit and utilities were not separated.For condo properties, like the one you linked too, it is typical for the landlord to pass the responsibility of utilities (gas and electricity) to the tenant.

Although I'd like to reward this agent, I'm thinking more about the FSBO or flat fee stuff, at this point. 

When verifying potential tenants employment, is it acceptable to ask the employer whether or not the potential tenants pay check is at risk due to the outbreak? 

I have recently signed a lease for a tenant (D level tenant barely passed screening) that was using the Salvation army program to help pay for first months rent.

I have recently signed a lease for a tenant (D level tenant barely passed screening) that was using the Salvation army program to help pay for first months rent.

@Williams Jones I would recommend screening anyone over the age of 18 that will be residing in your property.