It's just that the quantities of data have gotten bigger as computing power has increased.My first tech startup attempt was a model that would run a huge number of feature films through a system that would capture things light and sound frequencies, cut rate, and loads of other data points, then correlate that to global sales figures, then allow independent filmmakers to run THEIR film through the same program and generate marketing insights.

Currently I am heavily focused on wholesale deals; Construction wise I got a couple masonry projects I'm working on, but I'm always receiving bid invites on new build projects, what are you looking for exactly, maybe I can keep an eye out and let you know if I find one that fit your perimeters.

Since each lender controls it’s own money you will have to call around to ALL the banks to learn about all the programs.

Joe, i read your article. i can do that. be sincere. i am that way in my current fitness business.

Rob, you're right, seems not to many houses have a bathroom in the second floor, might not be something that people are expecting to much.It seems that it's not needed, just trying to feel if just doing it now that I'm doing reno and fits in the budget it will make finding renters much easier and of course add value to the house vs grabbing that money and putting it into a future property.Thanks guys.

Let them do the hard negotiating and walk through the nuances of the different programs like Homepath.

To all the newbies here is the guide, please download and see what fits for you, but if you want to start, start by reading this manualhttp://www.biggerpockets.com/files/user/brandonatbp/file/ultimate-beginners-guide-to-real-estate-investing

Follow up on property inspections and meeting with equity firm rep.While it was great making the connection with the rep it was pretty obvious from the start that these units did not fit my criteria as worthwhile investments .

You can do a referral program where you refer leads to this agent but even that can be grey area.

@Mark Updegraff - What you are referring to is the Soft Second Mortgage program available through the city of New Orleans.