I am in need of information on good contractors for all aspects of renovations (electrical, plumbing, etc).

There may be aspects of PMI or MIP changes as well, but it's not under any regulatory issue that I've seen.It's going to vary from one lender to another how they look for profitability and manage risk in portfolio lending.

I am hoping to get into the flipping and/or new development aspect of REI in the New York/Tri-State area.

My main goal was to use it for my own personal investing, however it is now evolving into becoming a top producer as well...I really want to be involved in Real Estate in all aspects of my work...so ultimately would like to transition into full time...I guess I have found my passion :-)

You'll see that finance takes in aspects of all other business functions or specialties, such as accounting, marketing, management, inventory and process of work flows as you are measuring the efficiency of the overall business.It's not going to teach financing in residential RE, you will probably touch on commercial financing in a conventional sense.

I will definately review my options.

Who cares what you tenant stated, the most important aspect is what does your lease state.

I just don't see how you could ever make money unless you had a huge down payment or wanted to buy and hold and hope for appreciation many years down the road.The positive aspect about this town is it seems to be quite stable, real estate has leveled out and is actually turning around here quickly.

So yes most all clubs charge a fee for "Membership" That is what is defined as "Just attending meetings.

Although I wouldn't own the home, I could at least learn the buisness with my risk already defined.