First you want to have an end game.

(I'm in a medical profession with plenty of school loans to pay back) I'm going to try this game out and see how far it gets me.  

@Talmadge Lee Welcome to the investing game!

Why not skip the "Wholesaler" JOB, and go straight to the end-game:- becoming a Buy-to-hold INVESTOR?

The only thing that would concern me would the time table; would the city give me time to make repairs prior to enforcing the fines, calling me in to herring etc...Thank you in advance

Numbers look fine though if that's they actually check out and he has some skin in.Best, Not really, his business is in another country, so is his cash, that is why i told him to buy the land in cash to get it free in clear (not sure if that's enough skin in game).

Gotta have a thick skin in this game!

Do not force a deal because you feel others are competing or it is a game to get this particular house. 

Some law enforcement agencies sell the seized or forfeited property of criminals.

I've been on the  repairs side for a few years now and I'm ready to get in the game all the way.Hoping to learn and connect with others who are in the same field and could help out in any fashion.