AbelThe question was based on one month, though I’m looking for a sustainable process to put in place.

It's just not worth the headacheHappy to answer any other questions you might have.

There are always two sides to every story and I think that if you want details you should probably pick up the phone especially if someone has mentioned that they are more than open to have a conversation with you to answer all your questions. 

Hello from the other side of the UP.As others have said tenants rights apply, you have to follow the old leases until either the tenant resigns "Hey just want to get you on my lease would you read and sign this", or their lease expires.This guide from the state is pretty useful answering all questions, I've done my best to memorize it.https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/AG/publica...

That will really solve most problems before they ever exist.

Feel free to reach out with any specific questions. - Chris Kersey 

I guessed Cleveland before you even finished your question.

Your ineptitude may amplify your losses:(You're also jumping to assumptions.We've had out-of-the-county investors that we could NOT legally send funds to because they hadn't supplied us with the IRS required documents - and they didn't respond to our numerous communications to get them.Once we obtained the proper documents, we sent them their funds - by the way, we did send monthly Owner Statements, so they had the info to see what was going on with their portfolio.So, that brings up another question - what information have they been sending you and when have they been communicating?

My question is do I have her sign the lease or give her the guarantor form to sign? 

Cleaning didn't solve the problem and the carpet has to be replaced.