We have used both the trafficmaster from Home Depot and Style Selections from Lowes.  

Something about the communication style that just conveyed that they weren't a rule follower, or were hiding a cat (which we don't allow), or just seem shifty.I think @Thomas S. gives sound advice about coninuing to accept applications until a successful application is found, then alerting all others that the unit has been rented. 

If you like more suburban style SFR options, Indy and Kansas City are great ones. 

You should consult with your attorney for this or a similar style disclosure. 

Anytime you deal with the older style homes that have been left vacant you will need to expect the unexpected.

Keep expenses to a minimum and buy a car with the least headaches based on your driving style (high miles vs city).

My style of investing is what I would call "semi-passive", for example, for my flips I work with wholesalers and project managers and I don't mind a smaller profit margin for less active / less hands-on management. 

My advice is to make sure your agent can adjust to YOU and your style, while being able to act quickly for you.  

Would make both of your lives easier.If you can get this arranged, get it in writing and let the current tenant know you'll be showing the property a month prior to them leaving.If they put up a fight, might just have to take a hit in order to find a more suitable renter.

It will help you determine what strategies best fit your investing style.