I understand most of their mentees come by referral, which says a lot about them - though I too found them on Craigslist.So, the four of them, plus their support staff and "volunteer" co-mentors is all they use to teach, demonstrate, mentor and coach. 

Finally, the data they are using to demonstrate the price hike is WAY out-dated.

This decision not only maximized immediate profits but also enhanced positioning for future investment opportunities, demonstrating adaptability and a forward-thinking investment approach.

The way the guidelines are written is that you have to intend to occupy the property as your primary residence when obtaining the loan, and this is generally demonstrated when you live in the property for at least one year.

Everyone that has more than 1 or 2 properties should have some kind of basic spreadsheet that demonstrates how much that property is bringing in after all your fixed costs are accounted for, at a minimum - PITI, lawn care, HOA fees, etc.

How you approach the mentor demonstrates how you will approach real estate investing.

Your answers demonstrate you've put some thought into this.

The critical factor is whether the property owner can demonstrate that the sale or settlement was made under the threat or imminence of condemnation.

I demonstrated proof and evidence backing up that everything I was saying is correct. 

Instead trying to bait people in just go answer legitimate questions using your experience/knowledge and demonstrate the value you bring.