I would only consider refinishing the floors if they were a true hard wood (make sure they're not pine), even then it may not be worth it from a practicality standpoint.

Normal sucks, wow I sound like Dave Ramsey here but it's true. 

But in the true MF world (5+) world, deals are regularly closed well under market.

I can do Anything with an open mind and a true heart.

yes social media is infested with fake lenders  that will just take your money.PML are those you meet in person very rare you will find a TRUE PML on the internet VERY RARE. 

Yes, it is true that when driving for dollars your goal is to find properties with deferred maintenance, create a list in a CRM (customer relationship manager) tool, and contact these sellers with the intention of signing a purchase agreement and assigning that contract to a buyer.

You don't need a wholesaler and being new to this you're not going to get first look at any deals from a wholesaler especially since you are financing (especially true if FHA) as the wholesaler wants cash and quick confident close.

This is true for every single conventional loan lender across the US.

Assuming you invest wisely, this is all true.

Sometimes no running water, heat, pest infected etc.As for investing in high crime areas it is true you can buy a cheaper home here but make no mistake that keeping a paying tenant is generally the issue.