Don't get emotional.  

Although this has been a dream of mine for a very long time I didn’t let excitement or emotions make the decision before I was ready.

If I have a deal that takes me on an emotional roller coaster then I use this checklist as my green light/red light guidance system.

It can be done but emotion and history play a role.Firstly, remember that we have no LLC's here in Canada.

I'm emotionally attached to the house and I don't want to sell it.

Here's an article from Inc about the importance of self-awareness for leadership:https://www.inc.com/lolly-daskal/6-proven-ways-to-spot-an-emotional-intelligent-leader.htmlAnother competency that I might need to add to the real estate list is resilience - the ability to keep going in the face of set backs.

This is a highly emotional stage for the homeowners so many will just pay whatever price is thrown out.

People need to learn to look at data, not emotions, opinions, wishes, or luck.If "making a deal" means being credible, having a web presence, and having credibility, ... this is simply what it takes to get a deal.

I recommend not using debt to purchase properties, as it puts an undue burden, both fiscally and emotionally, on carrying that debt service. 

Everything was a feeding frenzy with emotional buyers, not wise investors.