I took photos of the place and put the pictures up online as it was ready to rent it out.

I think there are some online banks that have nice returns but for me I’m not really trying to have a savings account generating interest at a bank but rather in real estate and the money in the bank is only a temporary holding spot

I’ve read horror stories online but also know there are some really great property managers out there.

The guarantor requirements are:1. good credit (700 and above)2. proof of income (min 72 x monthly rent: $144k/y on a $2k/month apt)I often clearly state these criteria on the apt ad online, and I pre-screen applicants on the phone.

I'm browsing properties online for a few different central Alabama locations, but I dont think I'm gonna be able to find a true  deal until I'm back home in person this fall.

It shouldn't cost extra money and it's much easier than going online to figure out what you want.Some might be Seniors with Long-time Ownership and Homeowners with Low Financial Stability Scores.

An example of a defence that may work might be a foreign landlord who was unable to provide the documentation that the Section 8 authorities require (e.g SSN perhaps) before they can pay rent to that landlord. 

You might get a general idea if you look at the online county property lines (GIS) and see if you can tell where the tree is and the part that is down.

Can't see to find one online, and my listing broker doesn't seem to have on on their site either despite having other forms.

Faked documents and all, and knows how to play the came called a con or scam.So, as posted by another earlier post, review your lease to see if it contains anything to the effect that falsified information on the application is grounds for termination of the lease.