It's an old house and recently during a renovation, I realized that both sides waste stacks are sharing a shaft touching one another and the neighbor's one was cracked, practically watering my side with sewer every time they flush their toilet.

I appreciate it as I would rather not waste time and money having to redo, undo something because I had gotten ahead of myself in the order of repairs.

I assume numbers are needed for a full answer but I am new to this and now wanting to learn and not waste anymore money.

We also weren’t able to have our cell phones out due to “disclosure agreements” The whole thing felt like a waste of time and a scheme.

In addition, speaking with them is generally a waste of time. 

Don’t limit yourself to your local market thinking that you’ll have more control.Your goal is to maximize your return on capital and minimize your risk.Continued success!

Lately I've been trying to do some reading on how to put myself in the best position to minimize taxes from rental income. 

His goals are to save realtor fees, minimize taxes by spreading things out, and to earn a good return over a longish period of time.

It's a matter of understanding the law, building experience, and developing solid policies and procedures to minimize your risk and increase income.

How can you get out of the accepted offer while minimizing repercussions?