I would just take a look at their list before you start the eviction process and have an honest conversation with them.  

Sounds like a lot of upfront legwork and cost, with as tight as the market is right now, if you have a good deal it should sell very quickly with or without these items.

I'd highly recommend having a phone conversation with a few agents to see who you get along with, and also can be on the same page with. 

Very cheap properties however will have a higher percentage as fixed costs for low prices then become a higher percentage than they would be on an expensive property.Also keep in mind prepaids and escrow are not closing costs, its just you funding those items before they are to be paid.

Require proof of funds earlier in the conversation. 

If I am satisfied with that conversation I send them to my local mortgage broker for a more detailed mortgage pre qualification.Here are #'s on the 2 properties:1.

@Chris Mason @Irina Belkofer This conversation has gone way over my head. hahaha Although I am positive this will come in handy one day. 

The only security deposit deductions should come from move out damage.By this method your property is always in tip top condition and turn over costs are reduced to your normal wear and tear items.

The reason I would say Queens over Long Island personally is that you have a mor Renters demographic in Queen were transportation is more accessible and multi family conversations are happening at a rate that could make your head spin seriously right around the corner they tore down a single family and built not one but two duplexes rite next to each other.

I would keep all of that and then just him a new check via regular mail.Except I'd also add one more line item to the deductions for unnecessarily having to buy a 50 cent stamp, because he was too lazy to pick up the certified mail you'd already sent.