attending school or some sort of training institute is considered "employment" so long as your job is in the relevant field and you've past the probation period.    

It seems like that's one way to go.. but since real estate is so filled with go-getters and entrepreneurial types, I wonder what other incentive strategies people have employed and how effective they've been. 

Diversification in employment also is important.

I am self employed with carpet cleaning business and looking to shift my focus into real estate.

It's a guaranteed rent program meaning as a property owner, you get paid for 100% occupancy even if there are vacancies.Hopefully, this link will get you started: Veterans Housing & Employment AssistanceAlso, lookup a fellow named Christopher LaFayelle on Facebook or just Google him.

My name is Slater Grimes, I am 21 years old and currently employed as a commodity broker at a firm specializing in managed futures.  

No state tax on employment income would help the lower class grow into the middle class strata.4.

Thanks @Azeez, I would say the area is very much B and slightly rural however it is within a 5 minute drive to several major colleges, employers, and what would be considered an A market. 

Mainly it's that some commission jobs are similar to self-employment in that the income varies (seasonally or annually) and it's reliant on the person's drive/skillset.

I am hoping to get landlords' perspective on this issue. my spouse has a felony where adjudication of guilt was withheld. theft in the workplace for a small amount but large enough to reach the felony threshold.