what works for me is partnering up with an expert in my city.

I look forward to meeting you all and learning more from other industry experts. :)

You may want an expert like Michael Quarles to answer your questions.

The way to become a great copywriter is to talk to hundreds ane hundreds of people so that you become an expert at the type problems that bother them. 

It's worth looking into your options with an industry expert though.Good luck!

With your continuous learning and searching with the help of other experts in the industry, over the next 4-6 months you’ll be ready to purchase your first (or next) property in NO TIME!

@Derek Lacy - You are the insurance expert and I'm sure there is some official definition of "self-insured", but I was referring to the practical effect of it, that is, I (self) pledged my resources to stand behind and cover whatever property damage might have occurred.

Thanks for the input..I am by no means an expert so that's why I asked.

I've heard a few real estate experts explain to me that they know quite a few people that have done the FHA route but didn't live there and nothing happened.

@Heather W. is an AHA expert and knows a good deal if you want another opinion.