But I know that doesn't really mean much being the co-creator of our LinkOptions training (and I totally get and respect that).

add Visions, Empower and SEFCU credit unions to your list of potential lenders...

Years later when I ran into my own problems I latched onto that advice along with healthy eating (i.e. the selenium in sunflower and pumpkin seeds help give you a positive attitude - no joke), exercising and listening to positive empowering music (I'm a positive hip hop fanatic - check out Dead Prez's 'Refuse To Lose'.)Embrace the energy you feel is making you "nearly homeless" and turn it into steam to move forward and succeed.

Now I know:  what to read and what to look for in a property.I'm starting to feel empowered. 

Continue to seek like-minded people and spend more time with those who empower you.I have a similar family and friend situation and I am now aware of how much control I have over their lives and decisions.  

You still have a lot of control because you are the one creating the options for them to choose from but they still feel empowered because they have a choice. 

@Keith Nelson - if you feel you need help all the way thru @Michael Jobe is active on the forums.If you feel you can do a lot of the process yourself, I recommend you checkout www.SoloPro.com - (they help the empower the DIY Home Buyer and let agents unbundle their services).

Set a regimen of (his and others) empowering podcasts to keep your spirits up and keep you going.

Then empower that person.

They also have an online contract creator that's cheap.