This will be my first time placing tenants after firing PM.So far, I have:give keysdo walk-thruhave tenant test smoke detectorshow tenant where circuit breakers, water heater, and water shut off valve isanything else?

So, be quick - check the smoke detector batteries, check for leaks under the sinks, do a quick look to see if there is any mold that needs to be cleaned up, see if the toilet is running or the window a/c unit is leaking into the building, ask the tenants if there are any maintenance issues you need to address -- and get out of there.In the building I managed, we only did inspections every 6 months and did them in one morning really quickly - 26 units - bam, bam, bam.I now have to put up with quarterly inspections in the senior subsidized units I rent (have been in two so far) and it seems like every time I turn around, I've got them coming into my home again.  

It covers payment terms, pet policies, smoking policies etc.

I don't know what the heck John Anderson is smoking..  

Some items mentioned include: - Don't pour grease, oils, rice or pasta of any kind down the disposal because it gums up the pipes leading to a clogged sink- Do run hot water down the drain for 30 or 45 seconds after use to help clear the drain after use.I do the same with a quick explanation on how to change out smoke detector batteries (when you install the 10 year, there's no need unless it is defective) the size of the air filter and how often to change it and how to change it out, how to operate the HVAC thermostat to heat or cool the unit.

But, they spend a great deal of it gambling at the local casino or on cigarettes or going out to the local bars or restaurants, etc., and they can't afford a car because of it, and are always looking for a handout.Then, there are those like me and many of my neighbors, who don't smoke, or go gambling or go out drinking or to restaurants, and always pay their rent on time, and have savings accounts,  and wouldn't dream of asking for a break.It's not just because a tenant can't afford to - or doesn't want to - own their own home, that a tenant ends up in a position to ask you to put up with them getting behind on rent.  

My main complaint with some section 8 tenants is they are generally a little more needy with things like changing light bulbs, batteries in smoke detectors, changing filters, and other small maintenance items. 

its a disarming question that identifies if there are smokers as not everyone is forthcoming about being a smoker and might smoke in your unit despite your non-smoking policy.

For those that are allowed to require electronic payments, is this something you would disclose to an applicant like the allowance of pets or smoking, or after they have been qualified?

Bam, bam, bam, you knock on the door, check the smoke detector batteries, check for leaks under sinks, make sure the A/C isn't dripping inside, check quickly in the shower for mold, ask the tenant if there are any issues they need to report - and bam, knock on the next door.