Maint/CapEx can be "found" money in the budget at the end of the year, but only if it budgeted.

You've found two markets, I'd go with the one that you know better. 

I have found no record of him online aside from self-published articles made to make them seem more reputable than they are.  

In general, I have found everyone seems to recommend the Land Conquest free lessons and the Turning Profit podcasts.

Here is another post on this subject from BP:Learn to Live Life on Your Terms through Real Estate Investing on BiggerPocketsPlease note I have not taken this course or have info on it, just posting what I found on a quick search of this site.

@Lenny MontesanoJoin local REI meetups or groups to connect with experienced investors who can mentor you. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521I have found all of my best connections at local meetups.I agree with @Benjamin Aaker that it may be best to wait for steady income. 

By BS I mean he is leading you on to believe these deals are low hanging fruit and can be found with very little money or effort.. that simply is not true someone like him if he is doing volume is spending big money each month on direct mail and SEO..

I've found too many CRE owners overpay in a hot sellers market (much of the U.S. ) with a 1031 exchange + take on too much debt, since this is what they are used to and maybe the only strategy they know.

You want to make sure that each step you take is correct and well founded to ensure the best resolution possible for yourself.

I have found that most have had a positive response to having section 8 tenants.