It first came to my attention while reading a book about Thomas Edison and Thomas Ford friendship.

I think that the only way to save the friendship is to get him out.

Should I risk losing his friendship/mentorship because I back out of an average deal? 

This visit is part of a market trip im doing over 4 US states. building new friendships and learning more about few markets. 

This visit is part of a market trip im doing over 4 US states. building new friendships and learning more about few markets.

Sorry but is your friendship worth the money.

Last thing I want is to ruin a friendship.

Looking to attend to start new friendships with people in real estate and gain knowledge from seasoned flippers,investors and real estate agents

So for example, if you're a real estate agent who is 'successful', I would also expect you to have solid relationships (marriage, kids, friendships, extended-family), be actually good or at least showing fast improvement with your hobbies, have a track record of being good at other things you've done in your life (e.g.

Remember, it is only as good as the friendship or professional relationship you share with your partner but it can help tremendously if there is a sudden unexpected event; death, loss of job, divorce, etc.