Thats ok, but folks please use judgement when taking advice.I hear so much fear of paying taxes.   

He is on a month to month lease and my fear is that if he passes away, what do I do about his belongings.

Real Estate isn't going to leave while you are learning so you should have no fear of missing out :-) Here's the often repeated reply: "If you'd like to succeed in any version of real estate, you'll need to learn how to research.There is no end of information on wholesaling on this site.

But no fear if the equipment is old get it replaced.

Fear can hold you back from something, but research can help you to overcome that.

The moratorium on evictions is written with rather vague language and everyone is gun shy about proceeding for fear of the language being interpreted differently and the tenants right being violated.

I feel your pain, take your time and make sure it's a good deal because the I told you so is so so sweet.Some people will never see your vision I believe due to fear, just stay focused and be smart.

I just fear paying too much just because the market is super hot. 

Yes I am in the education phase currently learning new concepts and trying to over come my fears and put myself out there

Don't let fear dictate your actions.