Streeteasy allows NYC agents & landlords to advertise "no fee" rentals which many like to take advantage of to receive more inquiries, applications, and fill vacancies sooner.Right now, Streeteasy has 4,567 Brooklyn rentals listed and 3,196 are marketed as "no fee".In addition to this, section 8, cityfheps, and other rental assistance programs usually pay the broker fee instead of the landlord or tenant paying.Hope this helps!

If you’re planning to seek a loan soon, it might be worth creating one to fill in any gaps.

It took about 2 weeks to rehab and another 2 to fill.

Your mind will fill your purse with coins".Make sure you completely understand the rules, regulations, and bylaws of any condo/HOA you decide to invest in. 

Should I try to have him fill out a W9 and sign some sort of contract since money over $600 is being exchanged for services? 

I am getting inquiries on the rental but so far nobody has filled out the application.

How about this: If your program is filled with hype and promises that many students won't have the ability to realize (as you well know) when someone isn't happy with the programs or their results, you GIVE THEM THEIR MONEY BACK...Is that really too much to ask?

If I advertise my unit on the open market for $1500 per month and a section 8 tenant is interested and gives me their packet and I fill out the packet stating the rent I am charging is $1500, there is no surprise side deal because all parties are aware of the rent I am charging.

And then purchase a second property with higher debt to fill out your 1031 exchange.  

Most brand new units fill up within weeks if not leased already!