I did what the OP is asking about in Southern California, and it sure as heck didn't take me 21 doors to get there, and no it wasn't speculative luck either ... been doing this 12 years, through the worst RE downturn since the Great Depression and have never lost a dime.

the end result is.. you STILL lost 100K.

I meet people that are making what I consider a small fortune (over $500k a year) routinely at local method.

Just research them and see why over half off the promoters went out the last downturn and tons of investors lost money.

Because my time is worth money and the time we have spent has been considerable and we have lost time with our children because of this house. 

If I'm fortunate enough to get a stable 3+ year tenant, I don't think I'd mind giving up a few bucks of interest

I'd say in six months, 90% still haven't done a transaction, after 6 months they are as lost as the first week in many ways.

I have also been fortunate to become part of brokerage in Illinois that supports me as a new agent.

If this small issue sets you off perhaps being a landlord isn't a good fit for you.You were very fortunate that the inspector folded so easily.  

I lost it to a higher offer, but I'm still excited that I took my first big step!