I am an Newbie too the Columbus, Ohio area.  

Most people are good, but there are some a**holes and nut cases in the world too.

The more I discuss it with those more experienced ( who invariably have a better "sense" on cost of repairs and ARV) I am under the impression if you find a property and spend some time analyzing its ammenities and features (and these coincide with your criteria), condition, neighborhood, etc, and your gut says "lets consider this one", compile some estimates for your repairs, build your profit in, your discount, and then shoot an offer over, with an explanation.At least if you put it under contract, you have some time with inspections and those more experienced in your circle to really look at the property with a fine-toothed comb.

sure you can sub too the property  then the bank will foreclose the seller out and you with them.. like they are talking about and if its Texas probably go for a deficiancy judgement against your seller.. probably not in the sellers best interest.. 

But, don't let that scare you, you get paid every month too!

The previous, quick fix solution was to route the basement bathroom waste and the basement washer waste out via pipes to the exterior of the home onto the lawn, which was showing evidence of soil erosion due to this "solution".

Look into trade school too.

What should i look into to protect myself from idk.... underage drinking or someone steals a girlfriend then gets in a fight, loses a tooth then tries to sue me.

The apartments would rent quickly too.

Prices are going up there - we've been looking, too.