My research says I could go higher on rent and still not be at the area top for the quality of the unit, plus it includes W/D and alarm system with monitoring.

Real Referrals attempts to automate this process and monitor the transactions between the agents.    

I started monitoring my scores closely to try and bring them up.

I don't do rent credits, keep houses at market rent, down payments are reasonable, 12 month terms with possible renewal, I monitor credit repair, and really want my tenant-buyers to succeed. 

The thing I like about investing in your own backyard is that you can closely monitor the market, network with local investors, and give back to your community.

Monetary transactions must be controlled through the use of receipts and regular monitoring.

It seems a little strange to be monitoring someone's account.

-the can and do turn off water quickly, i actually watched them install antenna yesterday in a midwest city to monitor usage more closely so they are watching and know what to do.  

@Brandon Turner   My biggest problem property was a RV / MH park that I foreclosed on .. when I went into the deal if was in good shape 3 years later the derelict borrower did not monitor and take care of the on site septic system and the well properly.. by the time I was lender in possession I had to deal with those things and those items are controlled at the state level and it very expensive and very time consuming..

Sometimes you can find a zealous tenant who thrives on being a lookout or will monitor the use of the dumpster/bins.The parking lot also becomes more to deal with, as there will be more traffic.