I really feel like I'm in over my head, but still I don't want to walk away from a great opportunity out of fear of the unknown.

really fear mongering here.Marijuana is moving towards decriminalization and legalization.

Fear of success and all of those cliches might apply.

I guess my biggest fear is finding a deal and not being able to close.

One of the things that holds a new investor back is a fear of being ripped off without knowing it.

I tried some ceiling screws but I dont think there is anything to attach too and I dont want to remove them for fear of asbestos.

I definitely understand your point Ann thank you...my fear was not the actual speaking with people but the fact that, like I mentioned for example, I've never had to fill out a p/s agreement and all the legality of it all...Ive recently sent out requests from some local investors in my area for guidance to point me in the right direction.

I know a buyer broker that would go right around the listing agent and work directly with the seller and the listing agent is then out like the fat kid in 5th grade dodge ball if they pull some of the nonsense you hear about.Generally, the poor Buyers Agent is limited as to what they can do for fear of having the listing agent file a complaint on them with FREC (Florida Real Estate Commission)But as a Florida Mortgage Broker, I'm not subject to FRIC, FRAC or FREC and have no problem going straight to the seller if needed or ask by my borrowers. 

Fear of the unknown tripping us up.

Most people let fear of making the wrong decision hold them back.