Dead at that answer lol

To answer your question though, yes, there are 3rd party data center companies that lease the building.

To further answer your question: the truth of is subto legal is “it depends” - now is it criminal - most likely no - but could it be illegal yes.

The next answer from JWB will be explaining how this is a exception, but it is not. 

This is too important and also sort of a personal question depending on your state and specific circumstance and I suspect not a one size fits all answer would suffice. 

Short answer: No.

Find out what they offer as far as education and support, what their fees/splits are and what their expectations might be.Remember, you will need a certain amount of continuing education hours, and you will want a Brokerage that has the support you need to help you through your contracts and answer questions.

I'll answer your questions pretending it is 2015:1.)

I've built a $18M RE portfolio without ever having to do a syndication.I hope I answered your question properly!

This is such a personal question no one can really answer it for you, call around to your local CPA's and compare.