If you achieved this by paying all cash, then you are losing money. 

I want to make sure I will not get scammed out of my money (has happened before).

While I want to make money, I am not greedy, and believe that if I can come up with the right model, I might be able to scale my MTR cash flow?   

I'm not familiar with Canadian regulations but you should look into how you can get access to money if you don't have any.

You first need to identity your goal for the money. 

In certain situations—especially with motivated sellers—this can be a way to structure a deal with little money down and flexible terms.

I spend money on postcards, distressed lists and a website.

What is the standard option and earnest money in your area?  

It's slow money.

Money has to come from somewhere so where will it come from.issue will be if they increase sales tax it will be regressive tax as those who rent and don't own and have low wages will still pay more for everything.