I did the below research a couple/few years ago (so info is slightly old) but never ended up doing one but for those who watch my posts, I have indicated it is high on my list for Q4.  

This is why people are getting pissed with cold callers and your seeing very poor response/appointment/sales rates with PS data.This is what Joel Bongco has stated alsoIts absolutely true and I can go further and quantify exactly how bad the data is using my own study comparing PS to county records.I compared PS preforeclosure leads to county records across 167 counties in Texas (67), Florida (50) and California (45) by running searches for both PS ad the County recorders datbase for the period 08/01/2024 - -09/30/2024 and found thatFor TX which i measure preforeclosure leads as all lis pendens, appoinment of substititute trustee (Not a NoD but used for a similar indication) and notice of trustee filings.

This will provide you with detailed information about the area's crime statistics, helping you determine whether an incident is an isolated event or indicative of broader neighborhood safety concerns,Take a moment to check it out, and you'll feel more at ease knowing the facts,

The credit score is the single best indicator of how one pays their financial obligations.

This is why I indicated to sell it.Good luck

I'm sure they're getting something out of it and I've asked tenants if they indicated they wanted to pay by credit card just to see where this is coming from.

This implies the return has to be via cash flow but you indicate with your numbers it is pretty close to break even.  

For instance, mismatched names, employment details, or salary figures should warrant further scrutiny.Urgency to Move In: Applicants who are unusually pushy about quick move-in dates may be attempting to bypass thorough checks.Reluctance to Provide References: Hesitation or refusal to provide contactable references from previous landlords or employers is a cause for concern.Cash Offers for Faster Move-In: Proposals to pay a significant amount up front, especially in cash, to expedite the moving process can sometimes indicate an attempt to avoid scrutiny.Unverifiable Identity: Difficulty in verifying the applicant’s identity through standard identification documents can indicate potential fraud.Tips to Mitigate Rental Application Fraud:Enhance Verification Processes: Implement stringent verification processes for employment, previous rental history, and identity.

He has indicated he wants to move back to San Diego but the cost would affect his quality of life.  

Seriously, all I can tell you is this:Showing you screenshots, and a ton of leads from my website is a direct indication of the effectiveness of what I am telling you.