Usually a realtor says they get the full 6% commission if they bring the buyer. 

How long is the study period you usually offer?

I can't predict national markets; so, I invest to force appreciation and generate cash flow...and invest in properties and locations that are less susceptible to negative market swings.

This declaration is unfortunate as it's negatively impacting our rental/tourism  outlook for the season. 

They have a much better metal bracket than the usual cheap blinds for a couple of bucks more.

After the work and when the house is first lived-in, first tenants usually find little details or retouches needed that I always address.First tenant, a contractor and only house occupant, moved-in and installed cameras outside and inside the property.

If you find that the property is held by a trust, usually probate is not needed to settle a trust. 

Our two options are to 1) purchase Real estate - perhaps a duplex or more and continue to work which would be a negative for me., or 2) purchase a business, more specifically a restaurant; I have a long experience in restaurants and hotels, in order to more than make up for our income.

This is because the properties are usually (but not always) distressed and require rehabbing before a conventional lender will touch it.  

Higher end parks and lower end parks have done contracts, usually renewing every year.