As Lora said, there are too many negative experiences outlined on BiggerPockets to count, so it's great to hear that responsible tenants are still out there :) 

Do you usually supply trash cans?

Hi, Do people usually pay closing costs out of pocket or is it typically wrapped into the loan?

Red flags are overly eager, offering to do repairs, offering advance rent payment, inability to pay FMR, deposit, LMR in advance in full, negative comments about present landlord, needing to move in less that a month. 

Any advice, feedback positive or negative is appreciated!

Any advice, feedback positive or negative is appreciated!

A payment history of at least one year is much more attractive to investors than zero payment history. having the Bene and the Trustor being he same entity or closing related is something most knowledgeable investors simply would not do.I have seen a few of those on FCI  usually in low value asset land its just another way to sell the property.. 

There may also be a negative connotation around rent to own in your area.

I'm using OPM to purchase and rehab properties and when all is said and done, I can usually own the properties with a mortgage, none of my money tied into it, and I cashflow from each property. 

Correct - thats how they start Usually .