I've called two separate electricians out to review today, I feel they may positioning to try to get out of lease (or at least one of them is- the other two weren't copied).

Get a licensed contractor to review and bid to fix it correctly.

I was unaware of the NACA program and will review their information to see if it fits my criteria and long term goals.My goal at this time is to exit my apartment and 'househack' a MFR for 1-2 years and become a part time investor by continuing to work my FT job.

I can try reading reviews but it seems inefficient; and people write those with agenda sometimes.

I'm also in the process of reviewing other projects I am considering.

He is outstanding - reviews all the little nooks and crannies as well as provides recommendations on what can be monitored versus repaired. 

Track your income and expenses in report form and review them regularly with people you trust and understand know your goals.  

With or without the training, the thing I would recommend though is a thorough vetting process and reviewing their contracts and leases.  

The agent should be doing the preliminary screening and sending you a list of possible properties for you to review.

Some states review the memorandum and give you comments that must be resolved before you can sell in that state.