Susan,The FHA loan in question is called the 203k loan---will set that aside because of your stated reservations (other then lead paint removal, all improvements that would be required by HUD would be for energy efficiency).

No.You Don't Respect Agents enough to not waste their time, energy, effort or money.In closing, I know that you're a moderator and can therefore ban me if you like.

If you are trying to grow, then you will want to focus you energy, time, and money in an area that you are an expert in.Good luck in your investing.

Let alone any advice that might save me some time, effort, energy, or better allow me to do more deals than I would have.So regardless of the club, it is worth the expense if you leverage the knowledge of all those in the room.

Does anyone know if rentals qualify for the energy efficiency tax deductions for commercial buildings?

Boy is it time, energy and emotion consuming!

When I do this it is a constant confidence booster.

Once you decide where you want to start, focus all of your time and energy seeking out the resources necessary to help you accomplish your goals.

Lito - 1 - We're focused on getting the next generation website together . . . almost all of my time and energy is going into that right now.2 - We have not gotten donations (I haven't really been active in trying to get any)Give it a few weeks and I hope to have something for everyone then!

Just a word of caution - in Real Estate Investing, sometimes perceived "mentorship" can translate into 'high energy motivated less experienced person gets taken advantage of."