I would make sure you're aware of their financial situation or motivation for selling-   And just as a general rule, FSBO's are often difficult as they have the attitude of wanting to do it themselves- but clearly came to you for assistance. 

I am a Marine . going to use my VA loan. Need a Rockford area person to help me through the process.time line is 6 months until move-in. Since I will be renovating these older homes, and bringing them up to code, I ...

Well, that's digital communication for ya'.It appears you thought my term "gushing" meant the OP was making a lot of money.

Hello, I'm looking at investing in Assisted Living Facilities.

It would just be up to you to make sure the numbers work for cashflow to ensure your costs are all covered.https://www.lhc.la.gov/down-payment-assistance-homebuyers

You can be a PM assistant at a brokerage office and not have a RE license; but that person can't be out on their own.

I’m in the P’Burg area and may be able to assist.

@Mark Ainley May be able to assist or refer a local commercial broker to help out. 

Today, we have this thing called the computer, the digital camera and the internet.

You entered in to a contract you didn't understand without the assistance of a professional.