I tried to leave my phone number to discuss local market specifically but a moderator won't let me due to self promotion.   

Talk with the host, see if you can add value and help them promote, then also ask if they know anyone.

Take the time to find the one who is a deal maker - rather than someone who is good at promoting themself.  

I'm not interested in just the sales license because it doesn't qualify me for a promotion to the next level of real estate agent at my work. 

As an internet marketer, I definitely would have done more to promote this product than this company did, considering the amount you must invest.

Any "fair regulations" would only promote host who are hosting and listing their properties the right way and hopefully deter or shut down host and listings who are not.I am definitely planning to attend the April event in Warwick but I'd like to start networking before.

But a generic statement I put which was approved was "I recently promoted and as I expand my career and family goals, I need to upgrade my living conditions." - Underwriting will call it taking advantage of the VA Loan if you don't have a legitimate reason for leaving the property.- Valid reasons for leaving could include PCS, needing a bigger space, not liking the area, wanting to be closer to work, or landing a new job in a different area.- You can have multiple VA Loans out at once as long as your DTI supports it, but be prepared to pay a down payment at closing once you exceed the limit

Delusional values proclaimedDelusional cash flow and appreciation projectionsThe people you mentioned make their money selling/promoting turnkey.

High level I think this explanation gives a rough idea (got info from private lender link)“Eligible Bidders for Post-AuctionAfter the auction sale, any of the following types of bidders can out-bid a real estate investor:Tenant occupying the subject propertyPersons purchasing the property to make it their primary residenceNon-Profit Organizations that promote affordable housingCalifornia state government entities”“Here is the process created by SB 1079, after the auction sale:Within 15 days of the auction sale, Eligible Bidders must submit to the Trustee a non-binding Notice of Intent to BidIf no notices are received, the Trustee transfers the deed to the auction’s winning bidder on Day 16.After the 15-day period, Eligible Bidders have 30 days to submit an actual bid along with a cashiers check for the full bid amountTrustee will issue the deed to the highest Bidder

Yes, the apartment complex actually promotes it.