We actually got sued and we were never individually named in the suit.

That is a different (and very good) application of a different strategy I use (teach) that I refer to as using a "cash like substance"...

I am excited about connecting to some like-minded individuals here on BP. 

get the property under contract and flip it to another investor with the caveat that the buyer will teach you how to do the building part of this deal.

It's a process, they know how to teach it,  so just go with the flow and poof you come out the other side take the tests, may be once , maybe twice and in no time at all you're there.BEST LUCK!

I'm sure they have a lot to teach but I would have put myself in dire financial straits for that knowledge.

The seller is moving to Florida and first attempted to sell his 9 Durham rentals as a portfolio, which didn't work out, so he began selling them individually.

If somebody could teach me, I would greatly appreciate that knowledge and your help. 

It's a valuable asset you will have the rest of your life.A formal education will also teach you how to think differently. 

Doing a live-in rehab could be a great way to get your whole family involved, teaching your children new skills and trying out new colors/materials before deploying them in your rental units; just don't go overboard with the scope.Are you a member of the Memphis Investors Group (MIG)?