Too much going on there.We had a military guy who was so used to strict guidelines that he wanted me to put "quiet hours" in the lease and also what hours he could use the laundry.

Judging by the price point and total rent for that many doors, I assume this is strictly a CF play with little/no long term appreciation?

One of my concerns has always been buying right before another crash, but is that something to worry about if you're strictly purchasing to buy and hold?

If you're strictly interested in being an inspector, do research to find out what the license requirements are for your state and get started.

Am I being too strict?

Some states are very strict and clamping down hard.

It was with understanding my goal was to park my license, network, work deals, learn the Realtor side of this business and market myself but with the end result of me getting my brokers license in two years and doing strictly investment deals on my own.  

You can consider using a conventional renovation loan, however, you will have a larger downpayment but no PMI and it is not as strict for repairs required/mandatory repairs.Finally, the meat you are looking for, although you cannot do the work yourself, here are some things you can do: Contractor can repair walls and prime only areas of repair, you can paint the interior, the rules state that the walls need to be whole, they do not need to be uniform and painted, they have to simply be free of defects.

My background is strictly IT and I have absolutely no knowledge in real estate but I am learning as we speak.

@Ayodeji KuponiyiThere are strict guidelines regarding the handling of security deposits.