I have an auction calendar on my website where i keep track of the hyper local auctions occuring, date/times and deposit amounts.

And if they have a pet, meet it first to to make sure its well behaved and friendly - I don't want a mean dog peeing all over but it seems like if you can find a responsible pet owner, an extra $50 dollar a month pet fee along with a pet deposit would help expand my tenant option and cash flow!

I have done many sandwich lease option deals where I collect non refundable tenant buyer deposits for lease to own deals.  

This lightens the burden on the resident on one less deposit in most cases when turning on utilities at the same time saves you the added expense of the gas appliance.

I'm not saying it's impossible but I would find another way since you have a deposit on the line.

What about a balance transfer check or direct deposit from a credit card?

There were not enough gutters on my two-family and the gutter that was on the back of the home was depositing under my deck right in the problem area of the foundation.

Find a secure deposit credit card and set it up in the company name.  

What you need to do:Create a contract for your agent to represent you and agree on the commission that you willing to pay.Have contract offers and deposit ready for your agentBe available to preview properties and to negotiate with the sellersTreat your agent well, give him cash for gas, buy lunch, stay in touch with the agent on a daily basis offer bonusesLater, if you work well with the agent, offer an equity positionTo be open to learning and using creative financing terms and clausesAware of how to establish seller financingKnowledge of Hybrid offers, delayed settlements, study periods and possession clausesI believe it is important to work with an agent who has your interest before his or a seller.A good buyer's agent can be a tremendous assets to an investor, a good agent can make you many thousands of dollars in cash flow and equity.Most agents are not trained to represent buyers, they realize that commissions come from sellers that have their property listed.

After I confirm its rented I give my 30 day notice ending his services later that evening.9 days later I get a text from him saying that their 1st months rent and deposit have bounced.