Its really that simple if you want to see some energy show them the money.

It won't be the McMansions but it will be the reliable little rentals.

Any recommendations on brands or types of deadbolts and locks I could buy at Lowe's or HD that are reliable and secure?

The price quoted seems OK to me; since I usually end up with natural gas-fired heat rather than the electric systems you seem to be getting you might have to adjust a bit for different energy source.I'm surprised that you are being told "no permits needed" for this.

I see such phrases at the site as "It costs alot of money to be right", etc. and to avoid court and the energy it takes.

Healthy living, low energy utilitiy bills.

From there I plan on getting into more and more complex transactions til it stops feeling good,and that is probably going to be my niche.After establishing a reliable cashflow I will get into buy and holds for long term wealth..

Great energy and conviction in your profile.

You can reasonably expect to pay around $500-$700 for the services of a reliable and secure QI.

You'll most likely find a couple at the meetings or other investors with reliable local hard money lenders.As Will mentioned, the more relationships you build the higher your chances of success.