As I understand it you can have an engineer and/or tax professional do the chattel appraisal.

We've got a LOT of experienced landlords here on the site who are happy to help out with your questions.As for other things . . .

I didn't talk to everyone there, but my impression was that we had about 6-8 experienced investors and the other 35 or so were "noobs".

There are some real experienced people here!

I have found one 6 plex that looks promising and I would love to hear some feedback from some of the more experienced investors and landlords.

I got the point on the flying analogy.......It makes sense....BUTAnytime someone says but it means they don't agree......in this case I agree but have something to add.............BUTIf you do not know how to fly you can still get in an airplane and go from point A to BYou just need an experienced PilotIf you do not know Find Someone who does........Find a way to enlist their knowledgePay them if it neccessaryBut get the knowledge.Most people could learn to fly in a single hour of instruction.Landing may take only 10 hours the min requirement to solo40 hours min to be certified.Cost 5 to 7 K $Of course your learning to fly shouldn't end there....Flying is easyTaking off a bit harderLanding the hardestInvesting First DealDifficult to get off the ground easy once you have a property to hold or rehab....like flyingLanding.....the most difficult ....getting out of the deal with a profit.In Investing As In FlyingYou should plan your trip before you leave the ground.Inspect the vehicle to be sure nothing is wrong with it.File your flight plan (business plan)Be sure you have enough fuel (funds) to reach your destination with some reserves.Be ready to abort your landing if it dosen't look right....

It's great to have an experienced investor to share with.

Take notes and build your team from referrals by the experienced investors there.

Ultimately, as time goes on, I will be learning to master the art of becoming an experienced real estate investor.

I am an experienced investor in the Baltimore METRO area.