It represents nothing more than their totally cheap self serving spin.3) Wow what a thoughtful, analytical and compelling response - durrrrrrrrrrrrr4) Ditto5) More on the Kool-Aid uh - that sounds about your speed. 

Basically spinning my wheels until I figure out how to realize my dream.

If no lease is drawn for the friend to "live" with the owner like the tenant above than this seems to be a home that is cohabited with the friend helping out with the mortgage.Now I am by no means trying to spin the situation, but based on you saying that you have had investors get nailed for not disclosing rental income where they living in the home as well?

It will make your head spin in a good way :) Take care!

...proof that one didn't know enough at that point in time (<-- giving it a positive spin)...proof that one didn't pay attention to what one was doing (<-- giving it a negative spin)...will always happen and are an integral part of a learning process (<-- to close with a positive spin!)

Yes, I'd start by asking the owners if they want to sell, otherwise you're spinning your wheels.

I've read to use white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, nature's miracle, odorxit, bleach solution, etc the list goes on and on making my head spin.  2) Kilz original oil based primer VS Zissner BIN shellac? 

IMO, anyone with a system or program should be avoided, they are mechanics, you need an engineer to follow.You could really spin your wheels trying to follow a system as all deals won't fit in that category.

There are certain strategies promoted by mentors, coaches, gurus and even attorneys that may spin or modify basic transactions.

I had my hand on a pile of "shining objects" and wanted to do every RE strategy at once, ended up spinning my wheels.