I figure if these issues happen in the mere beginning/inquiry stages, how are they going to effectively screen/place tenants & manage my properties?

How did you end up getting through the analysis paralysis stage for your first deal?

My family is in the initial stages of a move to Japan and  applying for a business manager visa.

Do you need to virtually stage your land with tents, a fire, marshmallows being cooked on the fire...  

The foreclosure has several stages which can last a year or longer.

It needs be a property that is livable and qualifies for conventional lending but the projects are done in stages to where it's only slightly uncomfortable residing in a construction zone.

It's great insight since the tenants are living their normal life there versus a staged home.You may be able to talk with the tenants if they are there when you see the property.

A better question is what happens if the SELLER can't close in that scenario.Accordingly, many assignment fees are paid in 2 stages... 1 at time of assignment (often into escrow) and the balance at closing.

Negotiations are in final stages of contract edits between the attorneys.  

I can certainly relate to your "analysis paralysis" stage of investing!