But that could be subject to change so I would check back at their site http://www.noteworthyusa.com/I'm also hosting a Note Buyer/Investor Q&A this Thursday, where we'll have an expert panel on Borrower relations (focusing mainly on the best ways of getting payment plans with existing homeowners), you can attend in person or stream in online for free here:http://www.meetup.com/Distressed-2nd-Mortgages-Group/You can ask questions on the stream as well and obviously network if you're there in person!

Again, I am absolutely no expert so please take all this with a grain of salt.

Yes, many marketing gurus teach professionals that they should run their businesses like doctors... work by appt only, create scarcity, educate yourself, hold various designations, all in the hope of being perceived as a sought after expert.

You learn how transactions go together you become an expert at contracts.

Of course this is a subject I'm not expert in and need to learn more about, however my initial thoughts beyond addressing affordable housing and gentrification are injecting capital into those communities, improving access to education and occupational training, and encourage entrepreneurship.

If you were to listen to a panel that had expert capital raiser speaking. 

Become an expert in your own area and network - a LOT! 

Do lots of research and speak with the local experts before investing. 

Here is what the program allows to be fixed.Roofs, gutters and downspouts (no added value)HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical ( add 50% cost to value)Disabled person’s accessibility improvements (no added value)Lead-based paint stabilization (no added value)Mold abatement/termite repairs (no added value)Asbestos removal (must be done by a licensed asbestos expert) (nominal value)Basement finishing/remodeling (non-structural only) 20% of cost to valueSeptic system/well repair (no added value)Flooring (not including subfloor which is considered structural) (50% of cost to value) Kitchen/bathroom remodels (50% of cost to value)Painting (20% of cost to value)Weatherization (no added value but new windows adds 20%)Appliance purchase and install (50% of cost to value)Landscaping (70% of cost to value if fencing or front yard)Will he have equity to refinance in six months to do this in December 2021, probably not a sustainable plan.

Maybe using a separate agent that is an expert in the retail field I can send them the leads that I can not turn into a deal.