Thank you a lot guys, been trying to build up contacts that are investor friendly and reliable before I go make the first move on a deal.

. - I'd recommend you call my friend Doug Goins:Doug GoinsNational Sales DirectorDirect Money Lenders Inc.9465 Counselors Way #200Indianapolis, In 46240They have great programs for properties already in an LLC, so you can get a new loan on the property.

Friends family and associates that know and trust you may be very happy to lend at 6% when they are earning 3% in a bank CD. 

., Sorry to be a naysayer, but we live in tenant-friendly California.  

A friend of mine has a 3br/2ba home near Giants stadium with full PV solar on it, and his bills in summer are under $10. 

We're investors in Florida. A lady we recently helped (purchased a house from her) wants to sell her house in Rochester, NY, and she came to us for help. I'd love to work with another investor over there, someone that...

I've never been one to speak about myself so I will tell you that I have friends (some from wealthy families and others coming from poverty) that thanks to this industry, if they WANTED to could very easily retire making 5 figure incomes from their portfolios and they are from 24 - 34 years old. 

You may have friends/family out there who could help out at a discounted rate.

My friend was buying a mobile home on land contract. 

Perhaps your property manager friend has connections with contractors and can help oversee the work?