You just need his books and a barrel of Cool-Aid  :)

I own a PM company and a considerable amount of rentals (some I manage & some I don't & some out of state), land, vacation rentals, etc.

I would choose between a 30 year and a HELOC.

I provide a estimate for a scope of work and a finished product . 

And as @Russell Brazil mentioned expect a haircut.. 

Later, when you have contacts, negotiating skills and a track record, there are creative ways to do more without funds, but it's not a way to try to start.That being said, the most important thing you can do is network network network.

My neighbor bought a modular/mobile home that took 6 semi's to bring in it is a huge house with 2 stories and a two car garage with a loft, and it is definitely appreciating in value. 

The property is in fact Paid off completely and IS still in her name and as I said I do live on the property and pay the Taxes on it!

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

It would easily rent between $2100 - $ 2295 per month due to the high military population in the area.MLS # 102063282115 Brennhaven Trail Chespeake, VA 233235 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms Built in 2013 in Grassfield School DistrictSOLAR HEATED INGROUND POOLLarge 1/3 acre lot with private backyard and over-sized shedFeel free to contact me with questions as I am a Realtor and a Licensed Appraiser actively working and living in this HOT military market.