We prefer to rent from private owners because we like the personal service and touches in the homes. However, I always get an anxious feeling when I mail my check, especially if it's out of the country. With these sites I could confirm the owner of the home and their address. You can also be sure that the owner isn't behind on their taxes.
http://ira.property-appraiser.org/ira/PASE/presentation/Osceola/index.htm
http://www.osceolataxcollector.com/collectmax/collect30.asp?sid=071420031352000825
http://ira.property-appraiser.org/ira/PASE/presentation/Osceola/index.htm
http://www.osceolataxcollector.com/collectmax/collect30.asp?sid=071420031352000825