The house does have air conditioning and a gas furnace.I'm trying to decide whether to repaint them or replace them prior to my 1st tenant.  

Should I develop a businesses entity prior to starting?

i've been a land lord 8 years and had 6 units prior to last years purchase. 

Looking for some feedback....Our prior rental house we just vacated  was fully professionally landscaped prior to us moving in because it was listed for sale.

They walk thru with you and sign the check list prior to move in.

Actually it is fairly simple since the relinquished property in undeveloped, it has no prior depreciation or schedule.  

Is there certain subject homework or research you would like to see done prior to meeting in person or before you truly begin to spend time teaching someone?

Do Not offer anything as a "deposit," "down payment," or "credit," prior to opening escrow.

If there are issues (which it sounds like there is) then negotiate to have it corrected by the Seller prior to closing.  

My gut has been since day one that this listing broker has his own buyer and is trying to cut my offer from being seen.Proof of funds for the 25% down payment  (this is common, I'm ok obviously with this one)More details on the expected debt structure and what lender the buyer would useMore details on the business model of the investor—things like capex budget, rent growth assumptions, tax adjustment and any other expense variations, etc.Broker references from brokers that represented sellers that XXXXXX Investment Group bought deals from in Ohio and/or texas.In addition, when we have requested a tour:   Principal of investment group must personally tour the property prior to offer, not a representative of the principal, even if it's someone from the group.