Anyone who doesn't have a job (or other independent source of income, i.e. social security, pension) with enough money to cover the rent (3X) has to have a co-signer.

How long they have been in the unit, their status as a protected tenant and several other factors come into play here. 

Good to remember that not 100% of Social Security income will be taxable.

One thing that I haven't seen is a meetup revolving around the BRRRR strategy and since the majority of our clients are using the BRRRR strategy or some kind of variation, networking with professionals and providers who are familiar with the BRRRR strategy may be an interesting addition.There are also several Facebook and other social media groups where there are opportunities to not only network with local investors but also to network with OOS investors.

My fiance is a social worker involved in housing for the less than stellar citizens in town so I certainly know which buildings to stay away from.

It's also possible that he had a conversation with you about "Real estate professional" status which helps to unlock deductions blocked by high income.

@Langston Allen    Congrats on getting out of the lurker status.

He's got his business name, designed his own logo, ordered business cards and is setting up his website and social media presence.  

This project really required a team to mastermind which way we were going.... from restoring it to the 20's vibe, making it contemporary loft feel, or basic rehab.After reviewing the project we found that it would be partial restore (like removing drywall from the beautiful bricks inside the apartments), to acid cleaning the HUGH building, and adding a garden park feel in the center of the closed courtyard.The condo conversion (from Apartment status) was our focus for getting upside.What was the outcome?

You could also try social services if the police doesn't work.