with some training on how to lend.. hopefully a step up from not knowing what they dont know about lending. 

Start by leveraging your skills to identify undervalued properties, perform cost-efficient renovations, and build sweat equity.

If they are VERY professional, they will have their processes in writing as verification that policies are enforced equally and fairly by their entire staff.6.

You’ve got the right mindset by wanting to learn, and this community is here to help you every step of the way!

What are the best steps to take when getting started? 

At death, the property gets a stepped up basis.  

I think that’s a great first step to do some of the leg work on potential financing for buyers.

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. 

For instance, what are the rules around security deposits, eviction procedures, or property maintenance?

I personally felt that was not the clear intention of the bill, but they were willing to stand by it.