I would be cautious about Zillow based on the fact that the busiest and most productive agents aren't necessarily the best for you.  

Most times I feel like I'm being TOO cautious, but on this point, it sounds like I've taken some extra risk. 

He will stop all the BS real quick if you leave it in the neighbors handsOf course simultaneously file for eviction and be very cautious with how you approach the neighboring tenants if they are late with rent in the future.

I would be extra cautious about verifying that you really want to own this property and not let the "great deal falling in your lap" cloud your better judgement about the real value of this property.

I see your point because my wife used to be a banker, and very cautious.

I would be very cautious about counting on appreciation in Cleveland.  

You also need to be cautious maxing consumer debt as that can negativity impact credit big time preventing any refi.

I would be cautious with Georgetown right now as Toyota, the city's biggest employer, just announced they are moving 1000 jobs to Texas.

If that were the case, then I'd be somewhat comfortable as it just means they are nervous that if their home doesn't close for some wacky reason, they can't afford yours (although that would be covered under the loan approval language, I would think).They can't really say they waive all contingencies if they are asking for a huge contingency of selling their home first or their lender won't qualify them unless they sell, so just be cautious as what they are really doing is transferring their problem to you, as they want to know they've got a place they want if they sell, but still have their own house if they can't sell it for what they want, win-win for them, trouble for you.

Be cautious, buy low, but don't talk yourself out of investing.