Lawsuits are never fun though, even if you know you're going to win.

As the owner/ property manager you do not need to give them a copy of your ID - you can probably give them your business card.

When I initially looked into it, it seemed like it would not be cost effective for C class buildings without fancy key card access points, but maybe something has changed. 

It's an awesome place to live and to invest in real estate, so it's a win-win!

Also look into a card based system; HD may have that by now as well.

Open a credit card and start using it, but never carry a balance. 

Patience will always win and it worked in this situation.

Is your realtor experienced enough to know what it takes to win a bid in that area?

The person who tells you the highest number shouldn't win lol.You can list the property at any price you so desire regardless of what the recommendation of the agent is.

Everyone else on your team will be transaction-based and not really involved after a purchase.We're in the Metro Detroit area, so you may want to follow our blog here on BP, but at least read the following posts:Follow our "Deep Dive" series we're doing about Metro Detroit cities and City of Detroit Neighborhoods: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...How to “Screen a PMC Better than a Tenant”: https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094/91877-how-to-screen-a-pmc-better-than-a-tenant-part-1-services-and-processesIn our experience you will need to:1) Learn to "Maintain to the Neighborhood", not your personal standards2) Tenant-Proof everything you can Hard surface flooring, not carpeting (too easy to trash) Same basic paint for everything No garbage disposals for them to break Only spring-type doorstops also with plate on the wall Glue rubber mats under sinks to prevent water damage Sheet aluminum on walls around stovetops, for easy grease removal Towel racks - screw 1x3 to wall studs, then screw rack to that Install low-profile downspout ext, not aluminum that always disappear Plan on cleaning gutters and leaves up in the fall as tenants won't Avoid garage door openers3) Have a great application screening process: Check credit for evictions & convictions, utility collections Focus on employment/income stability Require bank or debit card statement - you'll be surprised what they spend their money on!