There is a emphasis on analysis, forecasting and evaluation in this program I believe.

Perform SUBSTANTIAL (emphasis mine) duties other than selling securities.  

cool story, it's amazing how many different methods of money making strategies exist out there in real estate world.My strategy and emphasis is strictly only on multi family homes... 

I'm working primarily in the NOVA area with an emphasis in Prince William County.

Emphasis the features and benefits, get them excited, and when they show and decide not to rent... ask them what is preventing you from making this your home today?

Emphasis on occasionally because it's quite depressing to see what's become of that area. 

Find a Sponsor that places a major emphasis on conservative underwriting.

@Todd Rasmussen and @Mark S, conventional wisdom suggests that people use a Quitclaim deed to transfer property to their own LLC, based on a perception (emphasis on 'perception') that the lender won't notice or care about the transfer when using a QC deed.  

"If you find it (a deal), They will (the $) come"Every real estate investor I've met with for guidance/counsel & most every book I read  puts the emphasis on finding a great deal and you'll be able to find the $$$. 

I now place much greater emphasis on her opinion.Secondly, the very process of convincing your spouse to move forward is healthy.