If you just simply allow tenants to walk into a bank and deposit any amount (on any date) they choose it could delay the eviction process.

I am about to start the process of shopping for conventional loan rates and getting pre-approved, but am concerned if I shop too much within a short time period it will adversely affect my credit score.Does every loan inquiry during the shopping process negatively affect your credit or is there a "grace" period after the first inquiry?

Im currently in the process of getting my license as well.

Repeat until you've wrapped up your first deal and there you go you have the base knowledge to keep repeating the process and adding to your knowledge along the way.

I'm currently in the process of purchasing a townhome, with a traditional loan.

Make sure you follow the process exactly.

And I realize that I should have a buyer's agent to guide me through the process.

And what is process of closing the deal.  

Then, factor in your knowledge of probate law and process in your state and you gave a distinct advantage of how to be helpful to the prospective admin or other PR as seller. 

I am sorry that it is late but i took a paid leave from work and had to process paperwork before check could be sent out.