The truth is many will want to carry back some or most of the purchase price because of the tax liability but the fact I can and will pay cash makes them look at the offer more seriously.The fact I ask them to keep in touch even if they don't want to sell and the offer to meet in person at a neutral event also helps for later in my opinion.This is an example of a semi broad solicitation to purchase.

I agree, I hope that I provide a neutral party that people can go to for verify what people are telling them.

If you can afford to keep the home, and it is at least cash flow neutral, the long term appreciation may very well outpace the net profit you'd receive from a property in another area.

Money should always be wired to a neutral party such as title, per written lender instructions.

I personally hate plastic tub surrounds, so I avoid the.I will say, going neutral is your best bet.  

Is it a positive thing for the residents of the house or is it a negative Or is it neutral ?

As a LTR it was about cash neutral at purchase (it projected minor positive cash flow). 

As far as rental properties are concerned, a pass-through business entity is generally tax neutral.  

Personally, it would not be a deal breaker for me if had/hadn't a wood burning fireplace - I'm quite neutral on this topic. 

I think its doable in the boroughs albeit you may not 100% cash flow neutral.