I can slide a 10 day bump clause in or 9 inspections we are never going to do just so the buyer can get in to measure curtains.

(Whether or not I reach the goal isn't as important as having something to aim towards). 

I always aim for 1% ratio rent to purchase price (all in).

Many here on BP recommend only buying junker cars (and making other lifestyle cost-cutting measures) while focusing on deal finding/making.ie.

I put a disclosure that I am the principal in the transaction not taking a fee.. and I am buying for PROFIT or LOSS  … they sign and acknowledge that.. and if they want to sell for what I want to pay .. deal is done.if your think your going to tell someone their house is worth X when its really worth Y just so you can make a big spread that is greater than your commission or tell them your not taking a commission.. then that's your choice..Although do keep in mind most wholesale deals are distressed wrecked houses that need rehab etc.. and commission are negotiable.. there is no law of charging a higher commission for tough to sell properties.. if that is what your aiming to do.. 00I worked a builder out of a 22  duplex's he had built was having a tough time selling.. he wanted 30

Plus, after tax IRR is your real measure! 

My aim is to get my feet wet in REI by the end of this year.Looking forward to meeting all of you!

To maintain a civil relationship going forward, I'll aim to chat with him to establish some rules/ boundary for use of the dryer. 

It will take a little while I imagine but having a 4hr travel time is a good measure to have as well, so if you are ever needed, you can make the trip out there relatively quickly.I'm also debating if I should buy in cash or try to get a mortgage, which is harder to get for Canadians, so I've got a few doors to knock on still but it's encouraging to see people making out of state investments so often now.

I'm attaching a picture of the kitchen plans with measurements and hoping someone can help me out.