You are doing what most won't do, and your boldness will produce fruit. 

Now, I do understand stability being translated into variance statistically.

Adding verbiage in my lease (maybe even in bold) that the security deposit is not to be used for the last month rent is a great idea.

There are still deals are there to be had, just takes dedication.Let me know if you ever need anything, I'm more than happy to help.Check out my "south east michigan housing report" for some statistical analysis provided by real comp

Consider the statistic that 95% of those wanting to invest in real estate actually fail.

He sounds like the typical investor/developer who also has a property management company and tries to monetize his management clients by marking up jobs, exaggerating turnover repairs to take the security deposit etc2-Next property manager, put a clause in your agreement in big bold letters "Owners permission required for any expenses over $XXX" (usually $250-500 or 10% of rent)If you have any questions feel free to ask me.Good Luck

This was a statistic when 4-year bachelors degrees was above average to have.

I was thinking about majoring in Finance and Statistics, but was curious if anything else would relate better to Real Estate.TIA for any responses and have a great day!

When properties sell the same day they are on market......that buyer has been already lined up before the property came to market, and listing it is merely giving the appearance that everyone had a chance at it, or entering for purposes of tracking statistics in the mls.

Fortune Favors the Bold.