I am prequalified for a VA loan and was offered to be part of the EEM program (Energy Efficient Mortgage).

Is it still possible to get closing costs refunded if I make energy efficient upgrades like windows/doors?

Is there any features your seeing that really boosts the rent, or that people really want? 

In April,2015 began drawing unemployment from a job in energy sector and am looking to get into real estate instead of going back to the 8-5 rat race. 

Now that should be a good one folks, Dawn seems to me to be full of energy, strives to do things ethically and profitably, she has a good grasp of accounting that helps her I'm sure.

I have thrown a lot of cash into my properties in capital and energy efficient improvements for the same reasons.

Tomorrow I'll put the siding on.So, at this point, I would say I am still more of a landlord and energy efficiency retrofitter than pure investor - which in my mind will be the point when I no longer need to do any of my own work.

I am sending letters to 100% equity multis in my area, so far no response.I recently read Think and Grow Rich and I'm trying to spend a lot of energy thinking the right way to accomplish my goals.

They boost your ego.

We are pretty much planning on a complete overhaul on the interior including kitchens and bathrooms along with a new roof (not anticipated) and windows to improve energy efficiency.