In the bigger pockets podcast, they sometimes give a fog metaphore regarding this.

I hope that the pit bull incident does not also prove to be a metaphor for this possible deal you're interested in. 

I recall reading something similar where the metaphor of the Bureau waiting at the 400 yard line ready to receive the baton came to mind.

(or insert other colorful metaphor)

The metaphorical wilderness that is..Just found something that I'm excited about.

To piggyback off of your metaphor, there could a Beyoncé out there somewhere.

Now let's talk about contractors.Hiring contractors requires a sword and shield...metaphorically. or hell, literally if you feel cool enough lol.

I've even read a couple topics where each sort of answered a couple questions, but the answers were contradictory so I'm right back to square one of not actually knowing what's what.I am still researching, but I foresee the possibility of using a lease option with one of the leads I'm working on now so I was really hoping to have this tool in my metaphorical toolbox before I meet with the seller and make an offer. 

hi daniel, love the green pea metaphor! 

I feel like I've finally found a (metaphorical) home!