No offense to the lone star state (waves Dallas cowboy flag).

More to consider to stay on the correct side of the line when screening tenants. http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/seattle-expected-to-give-final-ok-to-protections-for-rental-applicants-with-criminal-records/

It's my understanding that you're supposed to consider exceptions to things like minor old criminal infractions, or it could be seen as discriminatory, but the political climate for that may have changed somewhat recently. 

Sadly, most PM's are terrible, some are straight-up criminals, and only a very small percentage are any good.

I'm able to run a criminal and credit score check.

Criminal convictions will need review. 

You have a little more leniency on what you can do in terms of background and criminal checks because you will be living in the house.I have 5 units in Seattle.

My advice as a long-time WA landlord is to stay away from reasons that involve income, criminal background or animals.   

Besides the $10000 there can be criminal penalties.

Simply walking into my house is presently considered a criminal offense.I am getting hit hard from a few angles and could really use some intelligent feedback right about now.