If there is a cost to the program you mentioned, then it is coaching even if they call it a mentorship; unless they want you to pay them and there are no expectations on either side.What did they promise you for their coaching.

Almost every repair required not only a permit but a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic District.

On the other hand, a comprehensive software program centralizes all your data, allowing for better integration, easier access, and ultimately a more cohesive management process.By adopting property management software, you'll have the ability to oversee all facets of your business within a single platform – from tenant screening to lease management, maintenance requests, and financial tracking.

Section 8 is a government program and any time you're dealing with a bureaucracy, you can expect delays.

Never signed up for his program, but you don't really need his software to do section 8.

Is the “middleman” fully disclosing all aspects of his program to the seller?  

Same for 2-years of job/income stability.Tenant Default: 10-20% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class C rents usually meet program requirements, proper screening still recommended.Vacancies: 10-20%, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Should cashflow immediately, at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.Class D Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 12 months.

I talked him with recently and was impressed with the programs they had available to investors. 

Credit union or local financing – Often offer better rates or specialized home repair programs for members.A practical next step is to reach out to a local Buffalo lender for a quick pre-qualification.

Underwrite today’s rent.If the property is already rented, use current rent.If it’s vacant, use the actual verified program rent for its current bedroom count.Not “maybe you can get 3-bed pricing once you add a wall.”Not “market comps say you could get more.”Reality only.2.