That is the truth for sure - and I had been doing so - but the responses I was getting were a lot less flexible than I was expecting a commercial lender to be.

So, the moment of truth.

The truth is that most Rent Control does not work and people take advantage of the system.  

And when the next landlord calls you and asks if she pays on time, you will tell the truth.

The truth is coming onto a website and posting for money when you're new, and nobody knows anything about you is no different than walking out into the street and asking someone for a loan.

Ditto @Noel Lumbo...great perspectives and much truth in his post.  

Section 103 of the Truth in Lending Act (15 U.S.C. 1602) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ‘‘(cc) DEFINITIONSRELATING TO MORTGAGE ORIGINATION AND RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOANS.— ‘‘(1) COMMISSION.

I've had numerous calls from prospective applicants who wanted to give me a sad story about how them being evicted wasn't their fault, but how I am I to know whether they're telling the truth or not? 

The truth is, there are a multitude of factors that should be weighed before investing in any market, and there will likely always be bulls and bears in every market whose viewpoints prevent them from seeing potential pitfalls and opportunities.

I just wanted people to know there are those who are telling the truth and being integral.