I would never rent to any tenant that did not see the property first in person. This is one reason I do not rent to applicants living away looking to move to my area. If a applicant is not interested in seeing the property in person I do not take the risk of renting to them.
Technology is a lazy approach to our business in some cases, this being one.
Investor · Oakland, CA · Member since 2015 · 34 posts · 14 votes
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@Reggie Maggard
I just did a video showing for the first time, but was clear I expected lease signing, etc to be in person. The tenant couldnt make it to the open house, but was eager to rent. I walked her around on FaceTime and she applied, was a great applicant and is now moved in. Her roommate and I met in person to sign the lease, and everything else was digital.
Specialist · Easton, PA · Member since 2018 · 1k+ posts · 2k+ votes
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@Mark Fries
Not I, I wouldnt be able to sleep not knowing. I just try and set up multiple showings at a time. This way when most “no show”, if I get one it wasn’t a complete waste of time.