How can I get out of this constant pay check to pay check life style without credit or a good source of income.

When I was 10-21 my life revolved around them.

., which can be 1% to 5% of the purchase price (depending on the current condition).If you are funding the renovations out-of-pocket, you will need to raise that.

Rental I bought had a guy who replaced the old terrible fridge with a used one in good condition, right before we purchased the home, and he had agreed not to take it with him.

Sometimes this alignment can be fixed with a simple conversation with a very good attorney and the city's attorney.The real question is will it be worth the expense and potential discrimination that could follow from the city - I have heard stories where the city will have their inspectors get very rigid when they do not get what they want to make the owner's life more difficult. 

It depends a lot on price point, location, and the “showable” condition other active/pending/sold listings within the neighborhood. 

If someone's life is so miserable that they need to try to cut you down to feel better, well, leave them to their misery.12.

They have been life changing for us and I am sure for most of the active members on this site.

Your first step should be to watch this podcast How to Become “Set for Life” with Scott Trench | BP Podcast 223:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/show223  Personally, I think you're a bit new to the game to be looking for a mentor. 

Slightly worried with the listing description saying "(Property is being sold in as-is condition, buyer is responsible for the use and occupancy permit)".