I'm based in Ottawa and eager to connect with like-minded individuals for potential partnerships and deals.

do I have to provide an application to this individual?

But perhaps a single individual could live there. 

If you are in a bad neighborhood then you need to grow thicker skin to handle being a landlord in such a neighborhood.If this is loads of different guys/people then that is different than an individual.

That would not work as a list but works individually.

By investing time and effort into building a strong network, individuals can create a supportive environment that not only enhances their personal growth but also propels their professional endeavors.

This could be an individual person willing to give you money, or a private bank, or an organization or business of some sort.The long answer is much longer and if you're interested in diving into the topic here's a few resources I can recommend:These are two great books (also available as audio books and e-books) that go over the fundamentals of what private lending are, what it means to raise capital, how to find deals to buy with private capital, and a lot more.

I currently reside in Stamford, and also looking to connect with like minded individuals in our area to learn, grow, and potentially work with on future deals.

Travel nurses on furnished finder are wanting to pay way less. your dealing with individuals. who want to pocket as much money as possible and rightly so.The goal with MTR is to connect to companies who pay for the nurses and also set up the housing for the nurses (the companies pay more) than the individual nurses want to. 

Here’s a simplified breakdown:Lease Agreement: Since your buddy signed a 12-month lease in July '24, he is legally protected until the end of the lease term unless the lease has specific clauses allowing early termination under certain conditions.No New Lease Signed: Since no new lease was signed for the new home and no formal agreement was made, the original lease terms for the townhouse still apply.Landlord’s Request: If the landlord wants to break the lease or has changed their mind about the swap, they would typically need a valid reason, like a breach of lease terms, or might need to negotiate an agreement with your buddy (buy out)Legal Advice: Your buddy might consider consulting a local attorney or legal aid service for advice on his specific situation.