Each individual one looks scary and increases near-term risk for landlords, but it effectively locks in additional compound growth in the long-term as is ultimately reduces supply and competition. 

Hi,An individual came to me recently looking to borrow $500 and he has a free and clear mobile home.

AshleyNormal, however you have wide latitude in the actual agreement you agree to sign, how long, how much commission, that’s not to see individual agents have to agree to your terms, but if you feel uncomfortable with the terms you are free to negotiate or shop around, however an agent cannot legally show you a house without an signed agreement of some sort. 

To be honest, if you have a solid team in place in the market of your choice, thats half the battle.

@Katie Berry  give them a choice of a month of gym membership or the rent credit you suggested. 

The maximum special allowance of $25,000 ($12,500 for married individuals filing separate returns and living apart at all times during the year) is reduced by 50% of the amount of your modified adjusted gross income that’s more than $100,000 ($50,000 if you’re married filing separately).

We are trying to make a choice between using Datazap (3.5¢) per name, vs REISkip (24¢) per name.

If you’re looking for more rental income and can manage multiple units, another multi-family property could be a good choice.

I wouldn't be buying in CA.Growing up in the SoCal area, yes the appreciation has been great the past 20 years; but they way the state is headed, people continue to leave.Red tape in California has caused business to evacuate, high net worth individuals are also beginning to exit the state.Food for thought.

As others have mentioned, the percentage of savings you get back really depends on your individual tax situation, including your tax bracket, state, and other factors.