As to the choice between condo and Coop, after I learned more about the nature of Coop in NY, I don't think Coop will fit my investment goal, even though I will live in this property for at least 1-2 years.  

A certified letter would probably be a good place to start.

My preferred insulation is rock wool - whether batts or blown - as it is hydrophobic, unappealing to insects, naturally non-combustable and dense) and inert.   

good morning everyone, i was wondering if there are any meet ups or in that nature of agents, investors or people who bounce knowledge/ ideas of RE. if so, what day/s, where and time; im a full time college student and part time worker. im trying to learn the GAME here. if anyone does they sort of things?

NOPE 500k.. they super size it.. there is no conservative nature in 90% of these folks and that's why you have these folks in financial straights many times .. needing credit repair .. failed marriages etc etc.the inability to control their personal financing.. they should all be listening to Ramsey.Investors now are a different class completely.. you cant in todays day and age be an investor with only a few grand to buy a home like a homeowner can.

I'm not doing anything shady, but if someone gets hurt on my property, or if they sue for lead poisoning (even though all the properties are lead certified), then I might have a problem, no?

This is a beautiful log cabin home with navy pine, natural wood, rec room with hot tub, 1 car garage detached.

But every time anyone asks, I have only self certify and state that I meet the requirements of the SEC definition.

ADA compliance also looks for Leed140 certified plans.

Maybe when I go to sell there will be 10 feet of snow on the ground and let mother nature contribute her own 'curb appeal.'