I think we all have the capacity to drill down and to find the answers to every one of the questions you asked and to educate ourselves about the process.

He is one of the bigger players in your area, 

There should be an exception to this rule based on competence/education/work experience, but I guess that's hard to prove.

Currently, the 'initial' investment is set at $997, but as you progress through the coursework, they will likely require additional payments for further education, keeping you in a continuous loop of purchasing their materials and courses.

You also want to educate yourself about a market before entering it because many deals look good on paper, but the area's occupancy can be at an all-time low.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Rehab/Rental Investor who thrives on constant growth through education and networking.

More people are doing residential real estate nowadays due to online education, social media promotion and community like BP and deals are harder and harder to come by. 

That means I have a court date within 30-40 days of the rent being late, I win the case, and the tenant is out within 48 hours, minimizing losses to the owner.I recommend you consider educating yourself on what a good PM does, then consider moving your rentals to someone else.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.