Some "deals" don't have the teeth I need to pull the trigger on so I will pass them on to less active (less needy) investors.

I make my properties pet friendly and the pet fee is free extra money.Never had pet damage, only people damage.

If everything comes back ok we proceed with the lease and collecting first months rent, SD and any additional pet fees.

I already know when going into a place that if it smells like candles, febreeze or ozone, that there is probably weed, cigarettes, or pets that was there before.

sorry) has this whole thing about family and pets in the photo with you too, to soften it up.  

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

She also has people not on the lease living there and a cat (no pets were authorized).

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

Also, be specific on pets (e.g. no pets, pet charges or size limits) and number of cars allowed. 

@Andy Rousch A lot of tenants think a large yard is a huge plus, especially if they have pets or children.