Also, I'm not sure whether it's best to let a property manager handle the repairs (do they do that?)

In the latter (West Van), I'd say you have nothing to worry about walking neighborhoods alone; in the former (that part of East Van), I'd suggest anyone (especially new to the area) would want a second pair of eyes to "watch their back".Same likely applies to lots of different areas of "Detroit"; some are bound to be great/safe/beautiful whilst others will be more "war zone" style - can't lump it all in to the same bucket :)As far as the airport itself though, can't imagine why it'd be a problem (I can't imagine any major US airport being a problem given how much law enforcement presence there is at all of them) - having flown there myself, it's plenty safe and fine with just the usual airport stuff to watch out for (folks who aren't authorized to provide taxi services trying to solicit in terminal for example or what not else).

It's priced at $60/sq ft whilst recent sales have been well over $100-$200/sq ft (for old, shabby properties) I drove past at 6pm and emailed the agent with a full price offer.

They should be able to handle everything for you, including... 

As for attorneys, the realtors will handle all you need to know.

I have bought homes listed on hudhomestore but still needed a broker to make the offer and handle the sale.

How should I handle this.

I would think if I had a fire, I would notify my insurance and let them handle it, much like an auto policy? 

He was bad mouthing me, the property, and i can tell this will be an ongoing issue.How have you all handled this before?

I can't speak for all TK providers, but since my model is designed for long term buy and hold, then I am going to over renovate the home with granite in A+ properties, vinyl plank flooring in high traffic areas, brush nickel faucets, oil rubbed bronze fans, brush nickel cabinet knobs/handles, new vanities, new counter tops, address 98% of the items in the buyers inspection report, thicker carpet and carpet pads in the bedrooms, ceramic tile in showers and bathrooms, new supply hoses on all plumbing connections, update electrical systems, fix/install fences, repair outdoor storage, etc.