Cash for Keys is a method used by landlords and property managers to encourage a tenant to vacate voluntarily in exchange for a financial incentive.

Under New York law, landlords have 14 days after the tenant vacates the property to either return the full security deposit or provide an itemized statement indicating any deductions made from the deposit.If the landlord deducts any expenses from the security deposit, they must provide the tenant with an itemized list detailing each deduction and the corresponding cost.

Quote from @Amy Jones: Hi, I'm looking to buy my first property soon and I would ideally like to become a section 8 landlord.

This is a commercial lease and it's governed by the non-residential landlord and tenant laws.

Quote from @Teryl West: I'm a bit leery when prospective tenant tells me they are really clean because some landlords just want to get rid of a problem tenant.  

Could be a few options to get her feet wet.1- find local landlords, REI's, property management companies etc looking for "gopher" or helper. 

Look for pre-foreclosures, tired landlords, probate leads, and tax-delinquent properties.

The landlord or property management company does.

Can the landlord provide documentation of their payment history?

Quote from @Jeff Sanders: Hello all.In analyzing rentals, does anyone have a fairly accurate way of estimating landlord insurance in varying states?