You're aware that every investor is telling you they disagree yet you continue to argue?

And I will humbly disagree with your position -- it is not a zero-sum game.  

Is requesting to examine the inside prior to giving a purchase price typical of these kinds of off-market deals?

While I politely disagreed, he insisted it was true.

I am not disagreeing with you, just looking for guidance on how I can protect myself, as well as avoid any issues.

I do not currently have my real estate license, but have sent in my application to the Division and should be taking the exam in 1-2 weeks.

Sounds like you disagree.

Hi Charles,I disagree with you about a 2% annual growth in revenue and a 2% annual growth in expenses would result in no change to the NOI.Lets say annual revenue is $10,000, and annual expenses are $5,000 (for easier math). 

and will reply to your offer letter by either calling you or signing the actual offer and returning it back to you ready to move forward.That's how I find the "motivated sellers" ready to deal.Then, once I received hundreds of these offers back, I then examine the property specifics and work out the numbers to see if the deal is good or not based on the numbers.Also, your offer letter will state exactly how much you're willing to offer to the owner so you are already in a position to make money should they respond...and some of them will. 

I’m not totally disagreeing with any of the aforementioned advice, just my personal opinion.