While I'm sure there are some great people there it seemed more like a guru camp than an investors association.

Also, assume all of your standard costs associated with buying, rehabbing and selling a property.  

I would like to eventually associate with a broker and/or other investor in a mentoring capacity.

Are there nearby groups or associations I can join to learn more and network with other investors?

Couldn't wait to quit the day job.I am the VP of the RAA (Rockford Apartment Association), a group of landlords (SFH, Duplex, Apts, even some commercial) who get together to stay informed of local issues facing our industry.

Look closer and I've seen CAM, association, and management at $14 PSF, per year.

I am having the tenant complete a "Reasonable Accommodation" form obtained from the local Multifamily Association.

Thank you.I was thinking about option #3 & #4.unfortunately the architect seems to be charging a significant amount for any design changes, that's what lead to the failure to communicate in the beginning.Here's some numbers:Floor Plan Existing 1,085 SFFloor Plan Addition 1,183 SF2-Garage 441 SFDesign Cost Rough $10,000No scope of work define and No specifications.needless to say the Architect of record is no longer associated with this project.I think I will approach them with option #4 to scale the scope of work down, and incorporate option #3 to find way and cut cost.Thanks You very much.very Helpful.Cheers

I work for Keller Williams Realty Downtown, LLC as an associate broker.

I just received a message from the Rhode Island Association of Realtors that said:"The real estate conveyance tax that is paid at closing by sellers of homes and other real estate will increase by 15% on July 1, 2014 unless you act today.Article 12 of the state budget will increase the tax $2 per $500 of the purchase price to $2.30 per $500.