Even though I recognize the chance of being sued over a RE item is small, I have (and pay for) the umbrella policy.

It means that not only is it rare, it’s unique and genuine.

Also being able to remove or recognize our worry...worry doesn’t help any situation and it will all work out in the end some way or another.

Make sure your competent home inspector gives a genuine "no BS" assessment on your water supply lines.Often when the supply lines are replaced the drains are ignored, but they clog with rust too.

My mentors are not people you may know or recognize, but they are authorities in their subjects, and were available to me. 

If you are going to do the direct mail and personal letter approach, remember to be genuine and up-front with your reason for buying.

Recognize it may take you longer or shorter to find and close a deal.  

@Jay Hinrichs @Will Barnard I mean this in all sincerity as I'm genuinely curious to know what went wrong, but, have either of you documented in detail what happened / went wrong with your dealings with our company previously on this forum?

What matters is that you are ready to act and you understand how to recognize opportunity when it presents itself.  

If you consistently analyze properties, it will be much easier to recognize a good deal when it shows up.