I generally prefer to do it this way because the fee can be passed on to the tenant and you can set it up to automatically apply late fees if the tenant is late.

Lenders sometimes get in on this game too, alas (especially if it's new construction and you took the bribe to use the builder's "preferred lender" - that's the whole point of the bribe to use that lender!).

The interaction is very valuable.I feel that the “go see your CPA, tax preparer or Attorney” is implied, and I don’t think it is necessary to start each post with a full IRS circular 230 disclosure.

Would landlords prefer to purchase a single family homes that have tenants that are locked into a year lease or month to month?

Every one has their own taste and my preference is for a multifamily.  

The Keller Williams Preferred on 120th and pecos is great.

LS is my typical go-to but I was curious as to whether someone preferred to use another source...

(My Preferred Option)3.

Personally, I would prefer 90 days because markets are always changing.

Personally, I would prefer 90 days because markets are always changing.