Even if they don't have direct experience, they almost certainly work with other investors regularly. 

I have had many times where I sat in the kitchen of a prospective client and they said I get regular cards from you. 

Are these not regular mortgages?

Regularly evaluate your properties' performance and consider diversifying your portfolio, having adequate insurance coverage, and conducting thorough due diligence before acquiring new properties.

His vm greeting did state he was going to be out of the office until June 25th but he will be checking his vm's regularly so we'll see.

I realize that my net loss for my rentals will offset my other income, but the home office deduction cannot be claimed unless you have a net profit (I.e. it cannot offset "regular" income only business/rental income).So I guess what I'm asking is, do I need to enter in my home office deduction now and have it carry forward, or do I just wait until I have a net profit in 2015 and then enter my 2014 home office deductions?

Anyone ever heard of turning a regular SFH into a mini assisted living facility?  

Paying regular income tax on a few flips a year is not a problem for me.

Not a regular attorney.  

Regular inspections are hughe!