She expressed that she already was planning to leave but its not solidified when, bcz of a family court case blah blah...

Multiple offers but my decades of experience and paying cash won the deal because bank as the seller wanted year end surety of close above all else.There is already another 100 unit DQ operator in the state that has expressed interest in leasing the space.

we're under contract currently, but the backup offer, found out i'm about to start another one just 2 blocks down the road, and have expressed interest at purchasing for the same price before i have even started.

Your time here will be well spent.You expressed an interest in wholesaling and as such I added a guide.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSetting up Keyword AlertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

That is, until the realtor expressed a look of horror and told them that the cost was yearly, not monthly. 

At that point you can crunch the numbers to see if it's worth pursuing.With regard to soliciting a mentor my advice is that you bone up on the basics and invest some solid time initially, so that when you are connected with a mentor, quality time is utilized to address higher level REI questions and teachings.Also, since you expressed an interest in rentals, I added the below links for your review.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/03/27/financing-options-rental-property-guide/ (financing options for rentals)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property) http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meethttps://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/perkshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

I might also be interested in B&H in the Cinci area as I have a co-worker that lives there and has expressed an interest in REI as well.I want to thank all those who have already posted SO much information here on BP for us newcomers and I am always open to learning new things.Also, should anyone need/have any IT related questions, I'd be more than happy to offer my help in return (for over 15 years I've focused on supporting small businesses and their IT needs.)I look forward to making many new friendships!

The restaurant is Panda Express and there are still 19.5 years left on the lease.  

It helps to send a few letters that express that you are interested and able to buy their homes at a discounted price, and will help them deal with any of the financial problems the seller may have.

Ican't express how excited I am to find out about this forum.