A good alternative would be sending out monthly newsletters with information on the property.The only thing this does not accomplish is instilling the sense of community.  

Hopefully this helps to instill a minimalist mentality, where they see that spent money is gone, things do not provide much value to your life, and others that make decisions opposite of how you were taught do not have the opportunities that you will have, mainly due to those decisions.Also, to understand the demand side of the equation, whereby others are willing to rent or buy your space to suit their needs.

You have to know your market in whatever area you plan on wholesaling in. Still

They said my mortgage PITI would go down about $100/mo based on refi as an investment property (in case something else pops up that I want to buy) and the approx $1200 closing costs would be rolled in, still saving $100/mo PITI.What is this all about?

Use that discipline and focus that has been instilled in you and you will succeed. 

He explains the reason behind all of his recommendations thoroughly, which has helped to instill confidence. 

.- Brokers don't instill professionalism, putting cash flow ahead of skill development.- Organized realestate has a monopoly, which leaves the public feeling disadvantaged.I personally don't have a problem with Realtors, as long as they follow my directions. 

What is the best way to go about making this adjustment. 5) Is there any legal reprimands to instilling new lease/rental rules and regulations (located in upstate NY) that differ from what is currently in place if the previous owner didn't have formal rental documents or lease agreements?

Since you are in Northern VA, Hampton Roads might be a good market to invest in. Still

State lawmakers are finally attempting to address it but their proposed measures do not seem to instill much confidence within the industry.