Reality is more painful, with vacancies, new roofs and routine maintenance all "eating away at the profits".

If you can repair it to routinely work correctly then no you don't need to replace the door.

Most sellers are too attached to their home, can't take the "negative" feedback and really don't know how to show it because it can be uncomfortable to look at a home with an owner.

I've taken a course to understand them and ready to put pen to paper.The teacher of the Trust course is very reputable but I'm still a little uncomfortable using them as a 3rd party LLC for the trustee (like a trustee-for-hire).

This information is routinely provided to businesses (particularly those looking to move into the area), investors and others that have an interest in the area.

In fact, it makes me more uncomfortable because I feel like I am being biased and not acting on the best interest of my buyer.

I routinely review all ADU permits filed in Oakland, which has marvelous public records act management systems in place. 

If you are uncomfortable then DON'T buy it!!

Those of us old enough to remember the late 1970s know how uncomfortable that can be but from a real estate investing point of view, it will be a non-issue.

I have a full time job and I know the popular answer is go to real estate clubs, but I feel uncomfortable doing that.