Do some preliminary research to assess the profitability of developing some houses on their property and have a solid well put together proposal concerning how you can partner with them to generate wealth from building homes on their vacant land...Just my few cents worth!

Step a is to replace the breaker and a have preliminary look around which takes a few man hours typically.

I think the only time they would investigate is if they suspect foul play or a crime.  

Investigate and pattern thier behavior of what he calls mentors. 

I am aware that $3k upfront is likely not enough for crowd funding or a JV... hence my investigation for other sources to place my investment monthly.

@Justin Ramos  Schools can be relevant but preliminary number crunching , you can leave it out. 

Thank you all for your suggestions and great tips.I feel like I have a greater foundation to start my investigation of what company's to start talking to and checking there reviews.

Next you'll need to investigate the title for liens because some of the more pesky ones from the governments usually stick around with the HOA’s along for the ride.

Those are the preliminary offers pending approval.  

I'm in the very preliminary stages of this idea but I was thinking searching 3 unit properties with out of state owners or something along those lines.