They honestly know what they are doingThe true way to know if someone is reputable is if they know their guidelines, can call you out if you are being unrealistic, and are quick to kill a deal rather than piece gum together and see if it will pass.

2- what is the percentage of people that get audited my claiming REPS status to offset W-2?

**Claims Process**: What has been your experience with filing claims under landlord insurance?

I spoke with a lawyer that works with Insurance and said that they can open up a claim for me and I don’t have to pay anything upfront.

Now as far as joining his inner circle I have a theory if I can make the money as he claims granted I'm capable and have the work ethic would I pay it?

So STR loophole there are personal use limitations: To avoid having the property classified as a "residence," which limits your ability to claim rental expenses, your personal use of the property must not exceed the greater of:14 days per year, or 10% of the total days the property is rented at fair market value

This should help offset some of the interest costs but want to make sure that I will have claim on the rental income. 

They could’ve signed anything but held zero liability if they claimed a language barrier?

In the event where you have owned your rental property for 2 years and you have filed your taxes claiming that property as a rental then they will have to use your net income based on what your tax return show for income.

Be careful that you do not pump money into a program claiming to make you an investor and provide help in doing so . . . it will quickly become your fault for not being successful when you question things and the mentor aspect offered will disappear.Find local investors, get the foundation you need to focus on your area and stay positive in the journey,.