I have a rental property in a bad neighborhood.  (bad purchase, I know).

I keep the house in good condition.  It has a large fenced in yard etc.  The problem I have is finding some one that wants to live in that neighborhood that has good credit.  I finally found a tenant that keeps the lawn mowed and keeps the house clean but they won't pay the rent.  Any suggestions?

Shannon

Shannon, maybe you want to look into a Section 8 renter for the house?  They're not all like the stereotype, some can be very good tenants, and the money is partially guaranteed.