LOTS of paperwork, unfavorable terms, tenants get the upper hand, bad inspectors make things miserable, a huge delay in getting paid etc.Ive had an inspector fail a unit for no hot water heater ( it was a renewal inspection, not even initial), she wasn't aware the whole building had a centralized boiler.

As my original post implies, I am taking a non-sentimental approach to the point of researching what I can do to ensure against unfavorable situations many people find themselves in.

Hmmm, with a high or unfavorable debt to income ratio, its going to be tough to work past that. 

I really think the nation will see a correction, but a some market will see a crash, and If I was a betting man it would be places that are taxed heavy, proposed rent controls, and political unfavorable for investors and business.

Banks use overlays to reduce their exposure to certain markets or segments they are either not familiar with or have unfavorable experiences (loss money) in the past.Hope that helps.

Wholesalers create daisy chains and unfavorable purchase price points to legit buyers.

I saw dog owners in an unfavorable light.There are just so many people with dogs now, but with others caving in it helps distil the pool of applicants.

During my two trips out there, getting a rental car and driving the streets was the best way for me to get a feel for it...before going I also utilized Google Maps street view (albeit these images are mostly dated).Property prices out here (in CA) and unfavorable landlord treatment in general made considering to Indy easy.

What would be different stress factors or unfavorable aspects of the job?

The only proof against an unfavorable court ruling is to keep your business partners happy enough to not sue you.