I think we also have to separate agents posting on BP and people who pay to get featured as an agent on BP, not that they are much different.In the end, the best agents are the ones who provide the most value to the clients and know the most about their markets.

I don't even think its worth a sub-toSounds like you spoke to collections (who will tell you anything to get money) and not loss mitigation, as paying back due balances are NEVER part of a short sale.

I'd love a copy of this spreadsheet if you don't mind!

You're paying rent, but it's an investment that will pay handsomely down the road.

If they have been paying on time and taking care of the place, there is no need to screen them.If they want their friend or family member to live with them, then you screen that person and decide if you want them living there. 

Meaning if you only 'pay in' on say 50% of your income each year by using the S-Corp strategy that you will also only get a proportionate retirement benefit down the road?

It came out to $823 in expenses and in the area Section 8 is paying $11400 to $1600 a unit.

Keep that in mind:)Regarding partnering, have tried it several times and most times it ends with a split.So, if you go forward with partnership, recommend making sure you both agree in writing, on how a split would work.Otherwise, you an both share everything you leanr and help each other out monetarily as needed.

You should check if the bank feeds work with your bank otherwise, it's a deal breaker unless you don't mind manually doing the data entry.

Keep in mind your other associated costs with being an agent.