Come to find out the "course" was $20k for me and a "partner" and not being the type of guy to just write a check...

Everything related to real estate should be in writing, if a fee is to be paid, it should be in writing.

Also, when you hear some groundbreaking ideas (every episode,) write them down somewhere.Good for you and your goals.

You could argue anticipatory repudiation, in defense, if needed…You would want to include an exhibit to your complaint demonstrating the tenants intent, in writing, and supply a very detailed and complete declaration. 

The term investor friendly agent as its used on BP is generally a RESI agent who will write a bunch of offers for you in the hopes that something sticks  :)

They would not let me have more than 5 landlord policies, and they would only let me write policies to an LLC if I was the sole owner.

I'm writing this to define the difference between the good and bad and hopefully further push out the shysters that give wholesaling a bad name.

Also, is it lender preference or do all lenders function the same way in regards to the understanding of this. 

You actually are considering hiring a lawyer and filing a lawsuit only to drag some poor schlep before a judge thinking the judge is going to tell him to write a check for $50K just so you can buy a house at a bargain? 

You actually have to work as a real estate salesperson underneath a broker for years before you can write your own deals.