I would like there time with me to go as smoothly as possible.  

Regarding "...anyone who is truly motivated could succeed easily without paying (literally and figuratively) for newbie mistakes..." it sounds like the Kool-Aid went down smoothly.

Getting advice and opinions on the pros and cons of a new investment are important - some investors want that while others just care about a smooth transaction.

Once we got through the growing pains of the landlord/tenant relationship it has been fairly smooth sailing. 

After Ron left I explained to the guy what the real difference is, which is the drain version has a sweep that makes it possible to snake, and the inside diameter of the drain fitting guarantees a smooth integral bore for gravity draining when connected.A day or so later I was at the same Home Depot looking for a 20A double pole switch in the electrical section. 

This will be my first "investment" purchase that I plan to flip and I just want to get everything in order to make sure it all goes smoothly.

I understand that I don't have the sales volume as every other realtor, but I have such an open plate for clients that I would drop everything for them to ensure I will get a smooth transaction and referrals out of it.

When it is smooth all is great.   

I have the appraisal this week and I feel pretty confident it will go smoothly.

Lets all hope that he and President Bush come together and work on a smooth transition for the country through a most turbulent period.