If it is 3 months and your company isn't the next Bitcoin startup, then follow @Bill F. advice (you can be safe and go long put options to protect your downside).

You'll have access to MLS to be able to look for deals, keep the commission, list your own deals, referrals commission, document database, you'd have the online tools to submit offers, its a good networking opportunity because you'll be further involved in the real estate community and you'd get more of an educational opportunity because you have to study in order to pass the state exam.The realtor is involved throughout the process.I'm new so I mean.. what the heck do I know?

Assuming that the current cycle will exceed the previous peak before turning down is not a safe assumption, especially in markets that lack strong underlying fundamentals. 

I do not get a commission, but just to be safe.

I don't think rents have gone up any higher than that now when i checked online on a couple of websites. 

Check online for complaints about the syndicator.

As a part of my application, I tell applicants that I require that payments be made online by debiting a bank account. 

Most of the multifamilies I've seen available online are in desperate need of repairs to make it comfortable for us and the tenants! 

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Last time it was looked at was 2012.I'm just wondering if its even safe and how costly these can be.