I tried getting it setup in their site as I"m already a member, but couldn't navigate very well and couldn't find the option to sign up. 

I'm usually the do it your self kind of person and I've tried looking up some of these records through the county sights but they are ridiculously hard to navigate and I feel like I have to sort through endless amounts of data.

I've read the forums on how to do pre-screenings, but I think most DC landlords are not as rigorous and I think people may be irritated by having to fill out the screening form before a showing.

I think you've got some really great ideas here, and I hope others in the community might be able to come up with some solutions.Yes, the Red Cross and others will obviously help victims in the short term, and provide some initial relief, but there needs to be help provided for the long term.I imagine trying to navigate insurance companies, and knowing your rights (regarding insurance contracts) might be helpful for some folks.

I will admit I am worried that 1 non-paying tenant will turn into 3 depending on the 2 other tenants reaction and would appreciate any advise on how best to navigate that.

The "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and most importantly, the BP members!

Hi @Joshua Daoust welcome to BP, the community here can definitely help you navigate the REI waters.

Some pointers for you: The "Learn" link across the top navigation bar has lots of great info, and so do BP members!

They are under "tools" in the navigation bar up top.

Your time here will be well spent.Since you expressed an interest in buy and hold as well as wholesaling, I added the below links for your review.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?