That is a very liberating feeling- and it frees you up to handle business properly.Personally, $100 a door would not keep me going in this game.

I emailed all of the companies I found online. 2 didn't respond, and another didn't seem very on top of their game... but maybe worth a try.

I have no idea what the end game is here, but it is rather disconcerting.  

Admitting you would be willing to engage in criminal activity online will certainly make you liable for any vigilante attacks in your area. 

If you demonstrate that you are willing to take risk with your own skin in the game (HELOC), they are more likely to loan money to you, and at a lower interest rate than someone who has no experience. 

We know its a numbers game (the more offers you can make, the more you can get to stick). 

I read online that it may be possible to qualify for a second FHA loan under certain circumstances such as relocation.

Online searches are like a needle in a haystack.

Can take all of the required courses online?

Maybe he/she doesn't call Brandon first, but they have an agreement with another prominent investor in town where they give this person the tip first, and take a few extra dollars for their trouble?