The buyer elected to not spend the $100 to do a termite inspection most likely because they were being cheap.

But, if you don't want to spend the time to figure it out on your own, $2.00 is a cheap lesson...

I spend a lot of time looking at comparable properties, market trends, demand, sales volume, etc..., before I invest in anything.  

After doing enough in my area, I have an idea of what I can spend per unit to have something that's feasible. 

He doesn't expect to gain money for it, but dreams to break even, and is even willing to spend negative cash flow.

That is, you're spending more money than you will ever get back when you sell the home.One of the big factors in determining the market value of a home is the market value of the homes surrounding it.

I am looking forward to spending some time on Bigger Pockets!

Remember when hiring lead companies, their best line is "yeah you might spend some money on leads, but when you get one project, it all pays off", and ad companies use "we will get your phone ringing, i suggest you offer free estimates, it will pay off itself when you get a job anyways".

I'll be spending a lot of time here, I see

You'll spend the 20-25 in rehab and make the same amount, but you will have 2-3 months of work and finish up in the middle of winter.