Better check if NY has more strict laws. 

It's all brand new, we got to touch and feel it all to check the quality before we purchased it, and we have good relationships with both stores.

Be sure to check out the Education section above.

I'm going into my 7th year and I have only had 2 evictions at this point - but with both of them my maintenance team checks on the unit every 2.5 weeks until the tenant has completely moved out so that we are keeping an eye on the property and making repairs as needed for a QUICK turn over for new tenant (goal is a less than a 24 hour turn over period)!

They may not be aware or even be checking up on it.

As always check with your tax professional.  

I think I'm just going to write that check and use it as a learning experience. 

You pay an annual fee of $3500, they do a soft credit check, then they give you a loan in monthly increments.

Check Apts.com if they have anything in that market.  

This family is currently searching for a home, and our agent, who also represents them, has generously offered to waive any commission for connecting us.After outlining our standard tenant qualifications—which encompass application requirements, income verification, rental history, credit score, background checks, a non-smoker policy, occupancy guidelines, pet policy, application fees, and move-in costs—our agent indicated that the extensive discussions and adherence to these requirements "equals a full commission of one month's rent."