., they want to upsell you home, auto, health, life insurance, etc.)Dictator, not a consultant (e.g., they force coverage on you instead of tailoring the coverages around your unique situation)Only represent one insurance company (no single insurance company can offer the right policy, at the right price for all situations)Their process for getting a quote is difficult and cumbersomeTheir underwriters/inspectors seem to always find a problem with a propertyIf you spot these warning signs, you should search for an insurance agent with these attributes: Have a depth of knowledge gained through years of experience working with real estate investors like yourselfHave a unique consultation process specifically crafted for working with REIsHave access to a minimum of 50 insurance companiesWork with a large independent insurance agency or group (the larger the agency, the more leverage they have with insurance premiums and claim settlements).

I want to know what the current condition and life expectancy is of all major components and appliances is. 

Syndicating deals adds a layer of complexity, so just make sure you are wanting to add that complexity to your life/business. 

Your goals and outcomes in life are nothing but compounded habits.

Once I realized this was all I had to do, my life go so much clearer.You'll get a little better each and every day, the thing is just to never give up.

I'm a life long resident of CT and I'm looking to start investing here as well.

I plan on saving and living a frugal life until I can save up for a down payment through an FHA loan.

So I did some research in the area on comps etc and am fairly familiar with the area since I spent majority of my life there. 

IE a primary home is not necessary you should rent all your life and just buy rental properties.others say your primary home is your base that you keep out of business.. and there is just intangables about owning a nice home to live in that can't be measured in dollars and cents.then you have the high apprecating markets were home owner ship and section 129 exclusion for owner occ is one of the great wealth builders in america..

Just makes life harder.Mailing 300 is extremely rough in terms of expecting a deal.