Quote from @Chris Brewer: View report*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.Hey @Chris Brewer, welcome to the BP Forum!

He was very successful and wealthy before he started making videos and created a course.Does his course teach you to build a successful business or work hard at a W-2, earn a boatload of money, and then learn for free through a mentor like he did?

The only thing the bank required is that I had a checking account with direct deposit setup into their account. 

This will help you close deals faster.Focus on marketing and lead generation to find motivated sellers—direct mail, driving for dollars, and online marketing all work well here.Know your numbers—being able to accurately assess the value of properties and make solid offers is key.Network with other investors and professionals—attend local REI meetups, connect with title companies, and build relationships with hard money lenders.Feel free to reach out if you ever want to chat more or exchange ideas!

Sinistar has been asked about before here, but I don't remember anyone having direct experience with them.

At one point, the borrower reached out directly and from then on I saw no reason to keep dealing with Safeguard.

Is he the head of, organizer of, organization at his direction: CHECK       Now, what is Racketeering?

As a starting point: -If they work full time and make $700k a year -Don't want to or can't spend time self managing a short-term rental -Don't have a spouse who wants to take the lead on managing the rentals They are likely not going to directly reduce their taxable income with real estate year-to-year. 

I have not familiarity with any of those markets, have just saw a tone of videos about Baltimore and seems like they numbers work out and I have seen prices incredibly low for a home to rehab and remodeled house higher than I would expect.

- Will they preview properties for you, taking narrated videos they send to you?