Short term, assuming the real estate lobby doesn't sue this to keep delaying/appealing, once it goes into effect there will be no more broker fees paid by tenant *unless they hire the broker*Some long term effects I can predict already: - Landlords now having to absorb broker fees will bake this into the rent (e.g. how "no fee" units typically are priced a little higher than other units) - Real estate board will require another document (or checkbox) for tenants to sign stating that they're hiring the listing broker and responsible for compensating them for their fee *if* they apply and are approved- Regular New Yorkers will have an even harder time to find an apartment because you cannot legislate/regulate away a housing crises... 

I have a coded front door so they can get in worst case through a code, but typically someone is home to let them in. 

., as Bad habits in one area typically carry over to other areas, and will land you a poor Tenant (or co-signer) choice.

I prefer a single basin from a maintenance perspective and typically always use this in rentals.  

I assume it's typically best (if it's necessary to do so and if the budget allows) to re-level the home before the floors are installed. 

It’s typically less risky and easier to manage compared to a fix-and-flip or mid-term rental, especially if it’s your first time dealing with property management and rehabs.

A broker can do your shopping and they typically look out for their clients (you) An agent is looking out for his employer (not you) Make sure to read the fine print on your policy.

Typical pad site is about 3 acres, but I've seen bigger and smaller depending on the well. 

Quote from @Henry Lazerow: More competition typically lowers prices.

It has a typical unfinished basement with a concrete floor and there shouldn't be any reason to go down there except to do your laundry.