We do have one prospective tenant who has been very communicative and punctual thus far.

I don't support this Landlord's method of communication, but I certainly understand his anger. 

Give him a final statement or whatever your state requires, then cut off communication completely.

If they won't commit or cut off communication, hire an attorney and be prepared to file for eviction on day 31.

Another great reason I don’t communicate with people about things like this verbally I text or emailThat way I have time to make decision rather than on the spot quick decision making Also we have a record of everything that was said 

I would start communicating with some of your local real estate agents now and let them know what you're looking for.

Not even remotely a good experience (took over a week, 3 visits, no communication from any of the companies involved), I knew then and there I would not extend the contract for another year with them. 

stop communicating with the tenant verbally.  

My tenant's boyfriend has been in my propery for the last 2 weeks she never communicated and he's not in the lease.

HOW WAS THIS COMMUNICATED?