I always go to view the properties and meet with the property owner or person handling all paperwork and financial responsibilities on that particular property. 

For instance, I should never need to replace the studs in my wall if they are protected from damage.  

Kids don't protect you much.  

In Canada all you need is adequate insurance coverage anything more is just for show, unnecessary and costly.Even in the US for small investors it is a misconception that it actually adds any value or protection.

The #'s still work if i can get it filled, but there would now be time and $ hurdles to clear before getting back to the financials I thought I'd be stepping in with.Now that the situation has changed, am I still obligated to go through with things or forfeit my earnest money?

I'm a 26 y/o professional and looking for both financial stability in the long-run, as well as supplemental income in the short-run.

We are looking at building a new team as we need to get our business back in order so we can better protect our assets here in the States and also lower our taxes as we have not focused on this aspect having lives and worked primarily overseas.

I am very new to this, hoping to gather a great education in order to set a path for more financial freedom for my family.

Tell them you want them to find an appropriate home for their family but also protect your investment.

The picture reminds me of the things my wife and I are going to do once we are financially free due to real estate investing!