This would be beneficial because I would have something physical to follow exactly to a "T" to help me avoid any potential roadblocks or things that could be mitigated with a good system/checklist.

I have been able to get him the medical treatment and therapies he needs without worrying about the cost. 

., earning income from other than your own physical work or being employed by others)! 

I prefer real estate because it is tangible and physical.

If her habits aren't creating physical damage to the property I would very kindly ask her if she could remove her garbage more frequently, or suggest a cleaning service in your area if she has medical problems.

(Just teasing Jay- I ways want to link you in since you commented about this topic 2 years ago and I respect your opinion even if you drive one of those fancy electric cards and not a pickup truck;)  )     So-- Enough promotion and internal therapy,    My takeaway...

Throughout my time away, I decided to invest in myself physically, mentally and spiritually.

Hi Bryan,I am not an attorney and this should not be considered legal advice.I don't know how they conduct real estate in New Jersey or Illinois, but based on my experience here in California:If you have a physical inspection contingency and/or a loan contingency, you should be able to exit the purchase contract penalty-free and get your earnest money deposit back.I am not seeing the grounds for the seller to sue you for damages.

The Buyer and the Seller understand and agree that the Broker neither warrants norassumes responsibility for the physical condition of the premises.IT IS NOT THE INTENTION OF THIS PROVISION TO PERMIT THE BUYER TO TERMINATE THISAGREEMENT FOR COSMETIC OR NON-MATERIAL CONDITIONS.Buyer shall be responsible for the repair of any damages caused by the Buyer’s inspections and tests;repairs shall be completed in a timely and workmanlike manner at Buyer’s expense.6.2 Seller shall cooperate in making the premises reasonably available for inspections and/or tests.6.3 Specified Inspection Period: Buyer shall have ____________ (not applicable if the number ofcalendar days is not inserted) calendar days after the date of acceptance of the contract by both parties to have inspections, environmental inspections, and/or tests completed.

As I'm not comfortable making a first-time purchase out of state without visiting the area, I decided to make a road trip out of it and to visit a handful of cities spread across a few states to get a physical feel of the markets I've got my eye on.