I'm a huge fan of encouraging people to jump head-first in and learn through experience, but just make sure you can at least paddle before jumping in.

Martin,Thanks for the encouragement :) .  

So they'll encourage you to go and look at the property prior to entering into a contract with them.

You say this sellers is motivated so I would encourage you to make an offer regardless of what the seller is asking as long as the home itself can be profitable, is at least a 2 bedroom, and doesn't need much rehab.You didn't yet address is the home is in a park or on land.

Thoughts, encouragement, and ideas are greatly appreciated.Jason Stephens

In case you're looking for a little something to help you realize you're not alone in having to figure out what to do with all the information you've been gathering, I've posted a little tidbit to encourage you on your way:http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5259/blog_posts...I'd love your thoughts and feedback. 

I'd encourage you to pay attention to this idea more than anything else.

When I encourage people in any way it recharges my positive mindset batteries!!!!!!!

., and @Brandon Turner...That's encouraging!

It's becoming a very stressful process and I knew that BP was the place to come to get answers, feedback and encouragement!