I have 2 rentals in SW FL- both have open insurance claims and a public adjuster is involved.My insurance policies renew April/May.

You only screen adults.

Every adult must be screened and approved, period.Here's a detailed guide on how to screen applicants: Application Screening Guide

Quote from @Raymond Kalonji: Hello, I have decided to welcome section 8 applications for my rental, but I'm wondering if my screening criteria listed below are unrealistic for applicants:- Minimum credit score: 640.- Minimum household income: 90,000 $USD per year (Can be waived with Section 8 or HCV voucher). - Minimum rental history: 2 years (please provide references).

Mine was also out of state, in a town I’d never visited, and I relied heavily on videos from my agent.This sounds like a tough first deal, but it seems like you have some capital on the side, which will be useful as you face the upcoming challenges and learn from those expensive early mistakes.Regarding the subject of this post, “help me adjust my expectations,” I’d recommend assuming that; repairs will cost twice as much as you estimate, maintenance and vacancy rates will likely double from your initial projections, there’s a very real chance you may lose money on this deal.That said, there are ways to mitigate these risks by:- Keep asking questions here on BP and connecting with local experts- Stay proactive and communicative with your agent and property manager.And remember “Inspect what you expect.”Im not trying to discourage you but to help reset your expectations.

.: I have an applicant who's going through a rental screening process A.T.M.

It's difficult to see how a tenant will be after screened and signing a lease.

Also look at pricing softwares and adjust accordingly.

@Sebastian NadalI've used Zillow Rental Manager to screen my tenants and have found it effective.

If so, consider adjusting your rent or offering incentives like flexible lease terms.