I think for an individual looking to learn or looking to do a deal these markets should not be frowned upon as they serve a purpose.  

What they don't know is that the house has been deemed unsafe by the city and we've talked to the building commissioner to hault tearing down the property.Our understanding is that the bank will have to send out a broker to appraise the house in order to move forward.Is there any way that we can assist the process and for lack of a better word, "convince" Chase Bank that they should accept our offer or at least negotiate with us?

Check for financial assistance at school.Dave ramsey's financial peace university may also help.

something else..there are different ways of targeting potential clients on FB.. if you want some help to get you started I will be happy to assist you:-)

But if someone does manage to damage it, individual pieces can be replaced instead of having to repair the entire floor. 

I don't know if I ever really accomplish much but it is nice to get together with like minded individuals and discuss what we are involved in and hopefully to help someone get started.

Can we get individual residential loans?

Kinda late, but i'd be happy to offer assistance.

I would ask individuals at your local REIA or post in the "Ohio" forum. 

Are there really jobs out there as a REI Assistant/Intern?