Do I ask the gentleman to use a licensed contractor, or can I just go tell him to kick rocks (does my agreement hold any weight on his end)?

You rocked that room!

Keep it simple at first and set realistic expectations--saying we'll be financially free in one year is a bit overkill unless you are a freaking amazing rock star and have an incredible mentor.

I guess I've been living under a rock and this year is reason #300 I need to complete the hiring out of my bookkeeping.  

I just want to make sure we have looked under all the rocks for issues that may arise down the road.Thanks newbie Brendan. 

(Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown)  I do have a team in San Antonio though that I can put you in touch with.

I say you should go to as many seminars as you can afford that are reasonably priced and do not pay for any upsell. its very tempting. trust me i know this. im the guy that got upsold. nobody finds a huge rock of gold, its all about the small golden nuggets that make a fortune. and besides they are great networking events. and if you wan to earn hustle points do the following: meet another investor and talk them up and see if they are willing to go half on a seminar that you really like. this way atleast you split the cost. i did this three times last year. pretty good way to work on your networking skills while saving some cash.

On a more traditional concrete block or rock foundation where they have room to work in a crawlspace or basement it is easier I think.

Todd Whitehead at Rock Solid Home Inspect here in Indy has my recommendation.

He is my rock and I am his.