However, I am also really wondering, do people actually file for bankruptcy due to identity theft issues?

Some actually get in the property.

The size is a bit awkward (think: looks big enough for an island but is actually just too small to logistically have one).

As I've said elsewhere on these forums, watch out for someone who is making more money from selling real estate advice than from actual real estate investing.  

I've actually been looking at a property downtown that I would love to get your opinion on.

I actually think we are leaning towards moving a small historic house onto the back of the property - found a big time developer that is going to cover the moving costs, because he cant demo the house, so the net cost to us is pretty minimal. 

The thought of actually meeting a stranger can be terrifying.5.  

For a all of the before, rehab and complete images along with the nitty gritty details, I actually kept a weekly blog here on BP you can check out here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/67/topics/442...Any other questions, please feel free to send at any time. 

I have no interest at this time in actually providing agent services to anyone, but rather I'm just interested in unrestricted access to the MLS, and the ability to schedule my own showings for properties that I am interested in.

So it's actually a turnkey property and most of the big items have been recently replaced, like roof, hardwood floors, etc.