I use a custom version of Utah's forms, since I invest in both states, just to keep it simple.

Keep everything as simple as you can and just do what is average in that neighberhood.Good luck to both of you!

An alternative to door knocking that I've seen others have success with is to leave a post it on the door with a simple message like "I want to buy your house.  

It just seems like the cash purchase as outlined above is way too simple.

It may seem complicated reading about it, but the process is relatively simple.

I will be doing simple maintenance, also painting with flat latex and a paint gun (same colors) but have lined up a maintenance guy who does bigger stuff and was recommended by a friend.

Simple thought, but another way to look at your scenario.

If he sees that you are strictly interested in price, he may expect you will keep things as simple as possible to justify the lower price.

If you have siblings who don't "have time" to be involved but feel they are being left out, it becomes more complicated.Keep things headed towards relatively simple easy to understand investments.

Just keep it simple for a while until you get some experience  today.Try to stay in control in those things you've are resposible for.