Seems to me it is time to shake things up. 1.

For your first property, I'd do either HomePath or some FHA loan depending on where the #s shake out.First, I'd focus on getting a property then you can determine the best loan option based on the financials and your goals.

Everyone shakes hands and they leave.

If you aren't getting a fair shake from them, a Public Adjuster is always an option (the insurance company may hate you for it, but if the PA is good he will get you paid). 

Meeting people and shaking hands is the foundation of a strong successful business. 

Hi Jordan,A few houses you have your eye on.If it were me I'd go knock on the doors (with  wife) of each house, and introduce myself and ask if they rent or own.If they own, (shake a hand and make a friend) and state your intentions. then leave a (work) business card.If they rent, ask for the owners info and take a drive over there (with your wife) and do the same.Then go back every few months and say hello.Just my thoughts on this.Good Luck!

Not sure how we end up where we do, but in 2009 I found myself firmly on my way to shaking hands with the ‘American Dream’.

*I know you all are shaking your head!

I didn't exactly grow up in the projects, but we lived close enough to a railroad tracks to have the house shake, and there was a never ending supply of sirens throughout the night.

Don't wear jewelry when shaking their hands.