There is no doubt that they try to take advantage if they think we are less experienced or won't argue.

You could maybe argue about the one they did the legal on and not pay that bill if it was without your permission (of course what does the agreement say).Probably not worth getting an attorney to fight this as it will cost you more next timeQuestion: did you have an attorney review this agreement prior to signing?

This same guy wanted to argue with me about how he can't control his guests flushing wipes down the toilet...

Our office manager argued that all the proposed repair such as drywall, floor, paints, doors, windows, thermal and moisture protection treatment, etc are part of the tenant responsibility.

Would you be able to argue that it is a duplex with an ADU? 

You could argue that most agents are middlemen between the buyer and seller. 

Not to argue, just sharing my perspective: brand new wholesaler doesn't need to close 10 deals/mo.

These cashflows encompass the other benefits of real estate you are referring to, namely principal paydown, appreciation, and tax benefits.I am arguing that real estate is not attractive as it once was, because in the current state, yields are dramatically lower due to the cost of debt, Rd, and when you compare them to other investment vehicles, it is not worth the risk.

The property is in North Carolina and I wanted to make a strong offer so I put a higher due diligence fee which becomes non-refundable unless the seller is in material breach which I would argue this is but would take take time settle.

Do not hire them then you will argue about the cost or if you paint a driveway it’s not gonna hold etcsay thanks but it’s our policy to not have work done by a tenant .