He said digging under the retaining wall is the hardest part- it would be cheaper if I didn't have a retaining wall.Anyway I may have this house for 5-10 years if things go well, or I might get sick of it and decide to sell this rental house in 1 year.

Also, you can purchase outside of the 500yr flood plain and reduce your risk dramatically. 

I’m sick of hearing no from everyone and being discouraged to actually get involved in RE any tips?

In plain English, “with the will annexed” or in even plainer terms, something added to the will.

I've been looking at Multi units online and I want to start since our multi aren't that expensive and I want to know if What's a quick way to see if a deal if a good one or just plain trash ???...

Sometimes you're contractors get sick, or your materials get delayed.

That area is a quality B class neighborhood and in the Pittsburgh market you are not going to get much cash flow plain and simple. its a long term buy and hold strategy.

I had a sick child so my husband closed in my absence, so this is all being relayed second hand, but here goes.  

All in all, I feel like I'm spinning my wheels and have the initial doubts that I'm sure most have had.WHAT DO I WANT FROM YOU GUYS: Knowledge and Accountability, plain and simple.

Also, don't forget if you are giving them any other benefits like health care or vacation or sick pay, or 401k that will cost you more.