Tim, sounds like you are on the right track. 

This one went through without a hitch - free and clear - after a few checks and re-checks.It's also a lot easier when you have a couple of big buyers in your back pocket which we had so it fast tracked the process( the 1st person I called took it and could close within days).  

You can accept rent without late payment, just keep track and records. 

For amusement a few months ago I started tracking the valuation of my home on both websites. 

He is doing is shuffling the paperwork to cover his tracks, but it will only take a little longer to see who is behind the LLC and the trust.

But this was after having a track record of 3-4 rental properties bought well below ARV and explaining that I would use these funds to purchase additional properties. 

I’m itching to get started.I have been slacking off a bit lately, and I felt I needed to change my routine to get myself back on track.

Sounds like you are on the right track.  

Have a short term agreement with tenants while you track (including tenant retention and turnover) your expenses on the new service you are offering.

Track the ads which produce the greatest response and use those words or phrases in future ads.