Some GPs are rich and powerful.

I know there is a new tenant protection law but the waiting time is extremely unfair to landlord.

First, if you have access to equity relationships who only expect an 8% cash on cash return that is extremely inexpensive equity you have at your disposal.

Knowledge is power and worst case you'll discover it's not a career you want to do but have a better understanding for how it all fits together. 

Trying to compete against a builder to sell your existing build is extremely difficult.If there is new construction similar to yours around what you're selling you'll be at a disadvantage unless the market is scorching hot again and the builders have waitlists like they did in the recent past.Let me know if you have any other questions or need help in those areas.

My biggest concern was that I have no bargaining power when its under contract on splitting repair expenses with the seller because I have to close on it.

Flower distribution, Power drink distribution, tortilla distribution, small tool distributor, etc. 

These booking are often not made by your eventual resident, but rather they may be made by some harried assistant who ultimately has the power to choose where the "VIP" stays.

@Femi Ibrahim this must be extremely painful and I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.

building equity is powerful.