Granted, ever since the spring of 2015 I have been exploring various ways of making money (photography business, stock trading...) and had taken numerous action steps but nothing seemed feasible as I waded into the unknown, nor were they aligning with my strengths and passions.But.Real Estate.The Potential.I immediately searched out and attended several REI clubs in the Houston area, witnessed a couple case studies by 'average people working day jobs' and my mind was blown.

I wasn't making any accusations.

They are both enjoyable to read because he has a very nice writing style with plenty of aphorisms, wit and humor.

So you may be doing a lot of work, successfully get his properties sold, and not be legally entitled to collect any compensation.Using a work around, such as claiming to be the seller's employee, would require the seller's "cooperation", also leading to the possibility of not getting compensated.Many people when becoming aware that they may not legally be responsible for an obligation to which they freely agreed are able to find, manufacture, discover, or create numerous "reasons" to fit their greed, i.e.desire to not pay that obligation.However, on the other side I have witnesses third parties who are not licensed receive commission for doing what is essentially real estate brokerage.You may have an excellent opportunity here, just be aware of the risk of being screwed on payment.

Hi @Brook W., It's nice to meet a fellow Miami Alum on here!

Tenant1 said she has witnesses to this fact and will gladly testify or provide any statements.

That is a situation whereas; it’s best done at time of incident so that there are no accusations just facts.

Also, it could be possible that you could be accused of "interfering with a contract".

While I am not accusing your agent of doing this nor would I think it is why it took so long for an offer to get a seller( FYI, while I don't know of any specific analysis, I would guess that 80% or more of Agents violate it unintentionally.)Again, I don't think this was the reason for your predicament, I would likely chalk it up to someone who is inexperienced or more of an AINO( job requires license " Agent In Name Only") depending on the compensation level of the agent as an office manager, they might not be as interested as your typical agent.

@Thomas Robb     I think some of the things you are looking for have already been drafted up for you, but I'll make a list of some that come to mind in order.Before you start showing, make yourself a one page 'Tenant/Applicant Acceptance Standards' list and type out your acceptance brackets i.e. income 2-3x's rent, minimum credit score 450, etc.... etc... and absolute denial (i.e. no previous or current sex offenders, etc.) and get it notarized at your local credit union (or you lawyer) make sure you consult fair housing standard and then have it dated and then make sure you apply those standards to all applicants - Important if for example, anyone tries to later accuse you of discrimination for denying them for having a low credit score or getting denied because they were a felon previously (just an example) , you can then clearly show that your standards where well established long before they ever came into the picture as the notary shows - won't protect you for all, but better than nothing.