I failed to mention in my last post that I also apply leverage to each of my investments giving me the best returns with the lowest risk levels possible.I also employ a team of professionals who advise me on the best tax planning strategies and keep me out of harms way (lawsuits, and uncle sam)

Even if I was unable to produce cash from foreclosing on that property, A foreclosure to a property in his personal name would create harm to his business model. 4) If I end up owning this house myself at under 25K I'll be very happy.

You should walk in and tell the agent that you want to see the house as a comp, unless you're trying to get into a gated community or qualified buyers only showing, they will let you take a look.If you explain that you're an investor and trying to get a feel for the market, no harm no foul!

I believe it is some sort of powder substance that they coat surfaces with.

after all, harmful word-of-mouth advertising is more difficult to overcome than official complaints.obviously, in your next deal, work with another agent.

If you buy all your investments in a small region, ALL of your investments are at risk from anything harmful that might happen in that region.  

Some people get so offended that they will want to physically harm you.These kind of people thrive on confrontation.

Any security issues tenants told you about and you didn't address (thereby allowing their guest to be harmed)?

Sure, you may have to offer more EM to make a seller more comfortable but there is no harm is starting low.

I guess my biggest question, am I doing myself any harm getting into a condo at this age?