In talking to the tenant she wouldn't tell me his last name - long story short he was trying to hide his background (multiple criminal, evictions, 5 owi's, etc).  

Background info: I am using BP to learn creative ways to buy my first property with no money.

Also, any advice would help too.Some background info: Currently residing in FL.

Example from my last real AD.HOUSE FOR RENT3BR2BAmore infomore infoI WILL ONLY RESPOND IF YOU LEAVE A REAL PHONE NUMBER$50.00 non-refundable application feeTypical Qualifications: 600+ Credit Score| No judgements | No evictions| No criminal background | No smokers| No delinquencies |2 pay stubs| whateverElseIRequire ------------------2) I do this to help reduce the amount of callers that will not qualify.3) If you decide to screen over the phone I ask.

I come from the investment banking background and I've met many individuals who are considered high-to-ultra net worth, and many of them have the capability to buy multiple houses in NYC but few do.

They've been a client for over 3 years, I've watched them flip 300 properties, and they started with very little real estate background.

Your background in Engineering should help you be a good leader.Being interested in buying rental units is one of the best ways to go.  

I do not have any background in real estate.

I have a background in construction and have worked in contracting for many years.

If by the time you complete a background check, credit check, employer verification, conversations with previous landlords, an application fee, deposit and personal interview you're still having problems with your tenants, you're doing something wrong.And if you're unsure about being a landlord in general, then you can either put people on month-to-month leases so you can quickly get rid of them, or hire a property management company to manage it for you.While the landlord laws may look great in some other states, you'll may also be missing out on all the fabulous appreciation that can be experienced here in California.