I'd also be interested in the feasibility of adding another meter if possible.I tried getting some answers from zoning on the authorized applications of C-1 zoned properties. 

Maybe next time you shop around for a loan see if you can at least get a quote based on a free credit report and if you agree to the terms then sign off on the credit authorization form for a hard pull.  

From what I understand it's not technically a security deposit, but authorizes them to charge the guest for damages up to the amount if you file a claim.In addition to that, we have every guest eSign a rental agreement indicating they are responsible for the full amount of anything they damage.Hoping not to have to ever use it.Mike

My vacancy on my units is roughly a month in between tenants and that is due to the time it takes the housing authority to go through the inspection process.

@Aurora MartinezI wasn’t aware that you could get a two years tourist visa.I was under the impression that for that length that would be a non immigrant visa that still gives you some work authorization.

When a tenant hangs up on me then we have no future business together that is a person who has no respect for authority or my house .

Like Dennis mentioned above, it might be a pain in the butt to convert to Section 8 units and work with the housing authority, but it will be worth it when you make the change.

In Texas you will need to have signed authorization from the seller to release the earnest money. 

During the first year of the term of the loan, the Debtor is not authorized to repay the principal orthe remainder thereof.b.

Leave low income to the housing authorities in your State.