I create a folder for every house and I keep photos and notes together.

If a tenant tells me that they like to keep to themselves and are quiet, but all of their photos have them partying and smoking weed, then I pass.

However I will add that your photo of the blue sunny Florida sky is not fair.  

Are their listings detailed with good quality photos?

i found it the best way to get to know a contractor.Then ask to see an ongoing project he has, if not ask before and after photos, the SOW and even if he can some invoices will be great.The last thing is your filing, if over the phone you feel like you do not have a good conversation move on.if your flip is in Minneapolis i have a good one there DM me. i

To put your yellow into perspective, here is a photo of one of my yellow rentals

The tenant that took the photo says it was odor that made her look behind the building.

Still a few catches to all this, the maximum loss from Sch E (incl the mortgage interest, all other property expenses and depreciation) you can take is $25k.   

It can be a Catch-22. 

Can applicants attach supporting documentation easily, like a photo ID and pay stubs?