They tend to care more about an A plus location then the cost per sq ft in rent as they believe the location will drive higher sales.Regional to mom and pop tenants are more sensitive to being in a high end area but not the most expensive center or corner where they feel they have to drive very high sales to have a chance of being profitable.

Live in SB, but looking to purchase multi family in some of the cheaper areas of the central coast to diversify my portfolio and get my skin in the game. 

I don't think they care as much about vacancy.

I would focus on getting your debts taken care of, especially the car loans and live on a written budget so that you take control of your money.

Hope this helps but just remember be careful

be careful with these two calendars when synced.

Be careful about entering the Liar of one of the most foul beasts in all of Real estate Matey.....

It's a much more complicated process than I care to get into with a blog post, but if you are seriously considering I would be more than happy to have a phone conversation with you about it.

If I'm not careful the data can be misrepresentative from housing block to block.

Now as far as renters insurance, you should have the letter from the company they are going to use prior to move in, some require it a week in advance so they know the property is going to be insured by move in date, that can go for all utilities as well, so you have peace of mind that all the important things are taken care of.