In my opinion it is best to purchase with cash, refi and buy more properties.When you purchase with cash you normally have more power to negotiate and you will defer some fees until you refi.

I haven't conducted any type of study but just through conversation with Realtors has left me with the notion that not many at all are investors themselves.

Sandy,I'd send the photo to the inspector, and engage in conversation.

Just read some interesting posts about owner financing and land contracts and I am wondering how to start off a potential deal that you want to be contracted or owner financed. When I think of owner financing, I put m...

It's natural for people to forget the exact conversation so make sure it is documented. 

It takes some effort to set-up on your own, but once you get the hang of it - it is very powerful.

With the door open, the controls appear to work as normal (power button and cycle selection knob appear functional).  

It doesn't sound like you can save this relationship.You might try having a friendly sit down with him and having the "This is not working out" conversation.

So rather than blast me with a 'why would you ever' question you should be more conversational about it.

I've grown up having dozens of great conversations with my dad about what NOT to do in real estate, and now I'm ready to pursue an education in what I SHOULD be doing.