when you get to the drywall make sure that the drywall was properly prepped before the wallpaper was applied.  

I think of anything below 5% is free money if you handle it properly 

If you properly purchase a property (say that 3 times fast!) 

If you continue with this option I encourage you to use an attorney experienced in creative financing and ensure that the proper documents are file with the Court in order to protect yourself and to "cloud" the title.  

This is as far in a deal as I've gotten and I'm unsure what is the next proper step. 

If they really want the house, they should still want it in a year or two, and they should be able to save up the 15-20k they need to buy it with a proper normal loan.I realize a ton of people may disagree but let's get real, the biggest problem with the real estate market is people buying what they can't afford.

With the proper equipment (and a handheld glass cutter and a straightedge are not considered "proper equipment"), cutting the glass is a piece of cake.

I want to try to maintain the lifestyle I have accumulated while working my job (that I really don't like anymore) by bringing in close to my current salary.

welcome @Carrie Alluriyou found the best site going on REI keep in mind this biz is a lifestyle change and a journeybe patient and take baby steps read,listen to all the pocasts,ask questions go to a local investor club in your area to be around like minded peoplei have a daughter,a family and a full time job i get up before anyone else in my house and start reading and doing marketing to sellersgood luck if i can make money in this biz anyone can

Books, podcasts, and forums are great, but are not and will never be a proper substitute for practical experience.