My biggest fear is relying on a reliable property management company.  

If you fear I infringed on the intellectual property rights of others, I assure you, the model home attendant welcomed me to get any design ideas I wanted and to take pictures; and was quite aware that I was not there to buy---they convert lookers to buyers on a regular basis.  

It's not possible to analyze in fear of the unknown.  

Meaning, I fear that with what I would save on the entry when I buy I will pay for in the years to come with problems."

Yes, that is my fear.

However, I will stay away from CA because I have this fear of earthquakes, besides loving snow!

I believe many people are fearful in the Edmonton market.

But my biggest fear was starting out; taking out a loan or using savings for the initial investment, and hoping that everything works out.

If you operate your business professionally and follow all the regulations being taken to court will teach your ex tenant a nasty lesson and cost them money.If you make a mistake and have to pay some money back it is still better than offering money you do not owe out of fear, always make them work for it.

I am happy that I did not let my fear prevent me from the purchase.