You seem to exercise reverse ageism.

After all the work was done, they exercised their option to terminate the contract.What I could have done instead was add to the contract that the repairs would take place after the option period ended and/or reduced the price by the cost of the rehab.Lesson learned:  GET EVERYTHING SIGNED AND IN WRITING

We like our careers but being able to exercise that innovative thought pattern to freely think about a project that's personal to us vs a project that's required of us is much more fun and rewarding.

Crash calling is fun and can make for some lively debates but it's sort of an exercise in futility because ultimately the market will do what it will do without regard for what any of us say or think.  

One needs to find balance through yoga, exercise or just quiet time, and the secret that NYers know is that we all take that time.  

Most people are broke , Most people don't have successful businesses , most people don't exercise - I would rather substantiate with sound rationale why it might or might not be a sound business strategy for you .I wouldnt comment much on your statement regarding contractors willingness to work with new investors , as you seem to have made pretty broad generalizations of investors not knowing anything and not knowing how to buy properties .

I still feel great at my age that I can exercise and my cardio is great.

I would exercise an overabundance of caution.

If the seller also has a termination point, I can't complain about if he/she exercises that right.

There are hours and hours of video, instructional materials, and exercises to increase your knowledge and get you going.3) Activity - John is still out there doing it today, plus he's humble about it.