The law provides for virtually guaranteed and generous fees for attorneys at the landlord's expense. 

They could say, "buy 10 more of these this year as it helps annuitize my business" or "introduce me to 5 other investors" or "I would like to earn your resale business" (usually at a full commission).Being an experienced agent in this arena I can tell you the gesture itself holds significant value.However, they could ask for additional compensation on that deal.

A small gesture like that will go a long way.  

@Arlan Potter My dad is very generous to me and I trust him completely.  

@Curt Davis, sorry for my non-response to your generous offer.

I m also lucky in that my dad set up a generous college fund that I never used because I went to a state school....so Ive also got enough down payment for something that might produce some income..I dont have a lot of experience, but I was basically planning on waiting for the market to bottom (or abouts) and then jump in and try to buy, rent, hold and wait for the upswing.

Make it seem as though you are the one being generous, and tell her she will get her security deposit back in full if she leaves the property clean. 

The most generous I've seen in any city statute so far (where statutes exist) is 5 unrelated people in one dwelling. 

Grateful for BP and folks who have been generous with their time and experience!

@Mohammed Rahman brings up a great point - check the flood zone situation, & steer clear of the water if you can for a rentalNew York has first time homebuyer mortgage programs (below market rates & flexible terms that might allow you to buy with less cash), some programs are more generous in certain areas that are economically disadvantaged.Check out New York's programs known as a SONYMA mortgage:https://hcr.ny.gov/sonymaThere are several options available if you qualify.