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[quote=Anonymous]Lots of funny comments on this thread. It's not rocket science, but there is a lot to being a good landlord. 
Looking for a tenant can be a big time suck. Here is what I do:
Post ads on Facebook Marketplace and Zillow
Immediately screen with the following questions- How many people? When do you want to move?  Credit score? Income? Pets? Smoke? 
Check social media/facebook for unhinged type behavior.
Even though I would likely not rent to lawyers or military, there is a lot more to reducing risk. You really need to be a good judge of character and go with your gut feeling. Are they professional in their communication with you? Do they seem trustworthy or are they a gasbag? Is their life full of personal failures? Do they have questions for you, the landlord? A good tenant will typically expect the landlord to be responsive and professional. Only show the property to the best prospects. I keep the price of my rental a little under market value so I can be somewhat picky. Remember, this is a business and not some type of social justice project or charity.
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