Whether or not it's intended, the perception of deception is a relationship killer.As for whether or not it trips the due on sale clause, it depends on what's really going on.

. :)I believe if there is little to no cash flow in the twin cities .. that the market is pricing for risk.. its probably a very easy area to run rentals in.. at least the thought perception of people from that area is very nice caring folks who probably make some pretty solid tenants.. one thing I find is that rental returns very much run along the risk profile of the tenant base.. also potential for appreciation.

I think there's a perception (fueled by DIY/HGTV/Infomercials) that this is an easy business to do well in. 

I suggest new Realtors get past the image perception thing, the way you carry yourself is more important than what carries you!

The larger company will generally have a good name recognition as well, public perception is important.

And yes I live in Bondi and it's summer :) :) I don't envy the cold, but definitely your cash flow lol Hey mate :)Stick your nose in this forum.Read and post, ask questions, etc...Live and breathe it.By committing a couple of hrs per day and doing this over 6months, IMO you will learn more than any paid course can teach you.To start things off, see link below to a blog I wrote for Bigger Pockets with my perception on the different asset classes.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/06/28/abcs-real-estate-asset-classes/Bondi hey?

My concern is not about the radon itself as long as it is controlled, but rather about the perceptions that people may have if they don't know much about radon.

You definitely want to get their perception of repairs needed to the home, which might be different from what you or the seller think it needs.

It's all about perception. 

If the house was directly adjacent to railroad tracks in the city, or worse a fire dept with a siren, it might be a problem.