But even if crime mapping is unavailable I would recommend calling or visiting the local police department and having a talk with them about the safety of the neighborhood/block. 

You can even send postcard to the list you get directly from the software. 

@Jonathan Feliciano- thanks - you are fine and will be OK for a loan to be done as a primary residence even if you plan to live there under 2 yrs 

Negotiations are on the table, and even though a interest rate of 7%+ rate is hard to initially stomach it made sense.

I haven't read any books or even online blogs.

And even if it were stunning newer granite of quartzite, removing installed granite is difficult and usually will crack as it is glued down with some sort of caulk.

Unfortunately you are going to get different answers from different people, especially from Realtors trying to solicit business in their market.What I have been noticing is that even in landlord friendly markets, prices are high.

All I've ever done professionally is construction  (half my life, even have a degree from UNL if that makes any difference...but not).... 

Remember, cost segregation was a great benefit even when we didn't have bonus depreciation.

Still, even breakeven with nothing down is quite an achievement IF you’re NOT paying an over market price in exchange for the owner financing of what would normally be your down payment.