@Jake Adams so time to take a deep breath.

What a boon that has been to our family.Selling real estate is a breath of fresh air after 16 years in a hierarchical, government-funded job.

It's easy to get tunnel vision on one property because it's there and available now, but you've got to be able to take a deep breath and stick to your principles.

Shoot them your best offer the first time, with the best possible terms you can offer, and hold your breath.

I'm very surprised some Realtors haven't come on here and got all "crabby patty" on everyone for verbalizing their opinions and experiences. obviously as an investor I completely agree when asking a Realtor anything related to "investing" you're wasting not only your breath but the oxygen it takes when the agent gets all gaspy for air and flaring their arms around like a monkey screaming, " the end is near!

(deep breath) First order of business (for me) has been to find something of a mentor.

That stuff is highly toxic and you don't want to be breathing the fumes.

If you haven't been reading the forums already, dig in; there is a breath wealth of experience here in the community.

It also was very recent too so this was not back in the days when banks would lend to anyone who was breathing.

But once again, I wouldn't hold my breath for a Judge to ward you a Judgment on frivolous wear and tear issues.