For credit score requirements, Washington state law discourages setting minimum scores unless a "business necessity" is demonstrated.

For me a quick guide,  is I look at school rankings, easily found on Zillow if you type in a home address and what's surrounding the area as far as types of businesses. 

If it is a higher end rental where the rent and security deposit cost more I might take the pro-rated amount up front and just have them start paying normal rent from the first full month so they don't have to come up with quite so much cash up front.It really is your preference and what you think is the best for your business and for your tenants.

When you go on atlas, go under license and inspection. scroll down and go to business licenses.

Your replacement property needs to be held for investment or associated with your trade or business. 

I make no recommendation one way or another regarding them.My take away from this thread is that it is easy to get the wrong impression about a business, a development, or an investment simply by relying on internet information.

I'm a realtor and so have an LLC for my real estate business.

I heard 1 business checking and 2 business savings but I’m not sure. 2.

All of those are rather strong areas with a lot of pent-up demand for rentals and a strong average household income to make higher-end properties pencil.

As we head into the busy season, what new trends are you incorporating into your marketing strategy to stay organized?