However, he has expressed that it would get dirty if it had to go to probate.

Even if you were never a day late with a payment, the next time you apply for an owner occupied loan it could come back to bite youI am shocked on what mortgage underwriters are finding today, this week I was refinancing two properties, the bank came back and said according to my bank statements I was paying an American Express, but it wasn't on my credit report,,,it was in a company name, so I just sent them the statement,,,,but it amazed me they looked at my bank statements that closely

I'm sick of hearing that worn out expression.

He has expressed the desire to NOT get a four year degree.

My rental agreement clearly states that I can charge additional rent for additional adults and that pets are not allowed without my expressed permission.

Besides the usual due diligence on the property side you need an estoppel letter from the tenant stating their understandings of the lease being the same as the lease agreement to ensure there have not been any modifications or promises expressed to the tenant.

If so, express your interest to them and maybe they will take you under their wing and teach you some things.

I decided my next property I find I will make an offer before I see the property and express to the Realtor its contingent in me seeing the property (its about 2 hours away).

The owner expressed interest in selling to me and I am going to negotiate a contract where we set the price, but I don't buy until after I get the variances approved.

As @Doug Merriott expressed, keep your checkbook close and the podcasts closer.