You’ll find it very helpful and understand my point clearer.

There are many people here on the forums that are so resourceful and can give advice to almost any hurdle in your journey

What are some tools that people use to figure out what comparable homes/units are charging tenants for rent in an area you're interested in investing in?

Condos have had generally more trouble selling because of people's general perceptions of HOA fees. 

I had some friends that had no understanding and questioned me.

Because the program is about educating people on investment properties, does that mean one will have to spend time searching for properties on their own, using the methods/advice provided?

I keep hearing stories about investors using this program, but I don't understand how people who have enough income to purchase properties right now can also qualify for the rebate.

I have done exactly that while recommending contractors I have worked with that don't upcharge like crazy (unlike the people they sent) - let's see what their response is. 

I see benefits but I'm trying to understand the full context of building this from ground up.

Are there people who share an environmental passion & approach on this forum.