I've been saving up for my first property purchase, specifically aiming for a duplex.

That is a pretty loaded question and depends more on the host and the specific property in question. 

Things may get a little more complicated depending on your specific situation, but that's kind of the general idea.

They should be able to refer you a lender that can walk you through ways to limit your cash to close.For your specific questions, an FHA loan is probably going to be your best bet.

If we didn't change culture Rosa Parks would still be stuck on the back of the bus. ya know digging back into my memory ( which becomes harder and harder these days) I recall there is a specific listing term..

Each distressed homeowner is different, you need to be specific on how to handle them. 

What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

If you have any specific questions on Pittsburgh I’d be happy to answer. 

Seems like the general consensus is the quality of the inputs and the ability to sensitize them is the most important aspect / biggest challenge, so that you understand the potential outcomes.