And I get compensated as a Realtor on the buy and coming future sale, as well as, for the lender referral - so its in my best interest all around to funnel great deals to my clients.So I would just respectfully suggest that you not close any doors through which opportunity may someday attempt to walk for fear that the Realtor kept a better deal for themselves if the deal they are seeking to bring you is a good one.

I've heard of people getting cold feet, but using the age of appliances as an excuse to mask fear?...

I fear you may be negative on any transactions that negate the need for a licensed real estate broker.

This is my first and I fear if it goes into February my owner occupied home will be in jeopardy.

The biggest mistake is when one sells out of fear.

My goal is to rent and sit on it, but my fear is that it will be undesirable in the long run due to it being the only multi-home in the neighborhood.Any tips are much appreciated. 

However, I’ve also heard of people adopting a “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy with the seller, though I fear that could open you up to later legal action if the seller changed their mind down the road.

For me personally, I just had to get over the fear of losing money by just biting the bullet and diving into my first deal.

My biggest hurdle is getting over the fear that I’ll be throwing money away that could be used for my growing family (one on the way) if I choose a bad deal.

There's a fear factor at first (to buying nonlocally, no matter how you do it), but do your due diligence, ask tons of questions of the provider, shop around, ask for referrals from others who've done it.