Any tips on platforms or techniques that work well?

Could set him up with Cozy too but Venmo is easy and works well.

The way I interpret it is, if you as the landlord pull a credit score of the applicant, you must then ask them why it is what it is...seems like this pertains to past evictions and other aspects as well...the ordinance does not clarify what type of 'additional information' and 'history' would categorically allow a landlord to reject a tenant's application

Zillow and Facebook groups as well as insurance placement companies can be lucrative as well

I wish you well in your investment journey. 

I know the numbers well in this market.

I know that the appraisal may work to my advantage as well if they flag it.

I have only done new turnkey builds in SWFL and a couple in Central so no advice on flips or wholesaling in FL but I'm interested in expanding my knowledge as well.

If this is part of their home there will be some expenses that are split with the rental as well. 

For many you are running full speed into a storm that you are not looking ahead at the clouds and unfortunately for those its not going to end well.