I also ask, in the text, for their email address and who will be occupying it and if they have pets. 

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

You expect class D not to bring in unauthorized tenants, pets, get high? 

I assume if you do not have a business license this is okay to do under your name, but please correct me if I'm wrong.Create/Gather all forms such as lease agreements, rental applications, acceptance letters, denial letters, move in/out checklist, pet policy, lead paint disclosure, rules and regulations, deposit receipt, legal notice to pay or vacate, legal notice to comply with lease, notice for landlord to enter property, instructions for move-out, disposition of deposit.

Tenant contact information (& emergency contact)Spouse or co-tenant contact informationDescription of pets and deposit paid, if anyAuto make, model and license numberDriver’s license number and social security numberPlace of work and employer contact informationIncome from employment and all other sources of incomeRent payment made upon signing of leaseLast month’s rent paid in advance, if anyConfirmation that rent is currentAmount of rental deposit, if any (include all refundable deposits)Copy of current leaseVerification of ownership of all furnishings (drapes, appliances, etc.)Thanks in advance, BP fam!

They create far less wear and tear than kids or pets will.

It appears after some research we may be better off allowing pets even though the thought makes me cringe. 

The leases indicate there is a no pet policy but in the MLS photos, a dog food bowl and bucket a water can be seen in the laundry room so I do some more digging.

Are you limiting yourself by not renting to people with pets?

. $50/mth off rent for cleaning common areas; three cats and a dog where 1 pet is permitted, etc.