I think laminate is the OPPOSITE of tenant proofing.

They are water proof, comes with 30 year warranty, durable, and easy to clean.When a tenant moves out, we just sweep, mop, and keep the machine moving.

How do you guys go about getting proof that another person is living in the unit? 

How do you make cash offers on properties that require proof of funds when you are using a private money investor?

Ideally, you take over an existing tenant base. 0% occupancy isn't something you want to take on in the beginning and especially at this stage in the cycle.

Be careful to have documented proof so that you don't violate and Fair Housing guidelines.3.

Most people don't start by purchasing multi million dollar properties because they have no proof of concept.

I was recommend to meet with real estate attorney in the my area of investing (Springfield, IL) for quality state "bullet proof" state specific leases for Illinois.

I imagine I’ll need them to apply online or submit some kind of credit report/proof of income.

And this way I just have to work on ensuring the bookkeeping is solid - the "burden of proof" is on the investor to prove the "child" series operate independently, so I make sure to keep the financing in line.