The floor may require some prepping if it's not perfectly flat because the boards are rigid and flexing can work them apart.

We’re one of the few property managers that require W-2’s and a bank statement and we go way beyond the traditional, “income must = 3x rent” qualifier.Below is more information about what our Applications Department does to screen applicants and find the best tenants possible for your property.Required InfoWe require the following from each applicant over the age of 18, that is not a dependent of another applicant (as evidenced on a tax return):Copy of acceptable state picture IDRecent YTD paystubRecent W-2Recent Bank Statement, all pages, no info blacked outRecent tax return if self-employedApplicants are often slow about turning this information in, asking us why we need it and then taking several days to submit.

Guest screening: No matter if you use instant book or not, make sure and implement some guest screening policies.

Indiana’s state income tax is a flat 3.15%.

And sure, in some markets, prices may be flat in the year ahead or even dip a little – but that’s just the short-term view.

That will take some work finding one but you need one familiar with the area and how to screen the right tenants. 

Most self screen themselves out of the running. 

This is causing prices to be lower in some of the major markets, but at most they are down 5%, while nationwide it is mostly flat.

.🚀 Making It Work1️⃣ Optimize Your Space – Converting a living room or office into an extra bedroom can supercharge returns.2️⃣ Target the Right Tenants – Young professionals, digital nomads, and students love co-living setups.3️⃣ Automate the Management – Using systems for roommate screening, lease agreements, and shared expenses makes it passive.Co-living is gaining serious traction in house hacking circles, and I’d love to hear from others who are using this model.

Is foreclosure a deniable issue in your screening requirements?