Hello Joshua,  there are quite a few of us here from Buffalo, you should definitely do your due diligence and contact someone local to help check out first hand your investments and give advice.  

I put in one condition, a general due diligence condition.

Download BP’s newest book here some good due diligence in Chapter 10.

For larger or commercial property it isn't unusual to have a due diligence clause written in which allows you time to collect that information after the contract is written.

Katy, I don't think it's always a bad idea, I just think it would be wise to make sure all parties do plenty of due diligence.

That is why it is critical to have people where you want to purchase with great knowledge of the area top advise on what the opportunity looks like.Of course you need to see the property and perform due diligence but some sellers and listing brokers on the commercial side will not even put anything under contract until the outside investor has seen the area.

There was a lengthy thread discussing the program found here http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/92/topics/76443-lifestyles-unlimited-of-texasI highly suggest you do your due diligence before spending any money on mentoring.

Great job on performing some additional due diligence Scott.

Once you have indeed established that the property is a bonafide good deal I would try to get a contract signed on the property with a 30 day Due Diligence period to secure financing.

I would urge any hold buyer investor to do extensive due diligence about any area they considering buying in prior to purchase.