I will likely be financing this, which is why I need to make sure it covers the carrying costs plus some. 

They didn't end up getting the property after the research because the cost wasn't worth it at the time.Call the code enforcement guy when he's in the office or actually walk into his office when you know he's there.

We have a decent amount of savings, at least enough for a down payment and closing costs on our next home, but the buying power just seems so limited in our area. 

I will assume the total cost basis for the property is $500,000.  

I am researching what it will cost and looking for the right contractors for the job and trying to get estimates on the job.  

I think it's because it costs money to train them and they (mangers) think it's best to just send them out and hope they learn on their own.

Currently under contract for a large off-market residential property.Quick details: 4,200+ sqft 12bed / 5bath (2 kitchens) (No a flood zone)(Light - Medium rehab / rent-by-the-room play)My partner has been a PM in this community for 20+ years and is highly confident in this deal (as am I).The current issue is, we aren't confident the property can close with a bank due to a few seller complications.( ^Very long story, but if you want to hear it I will tell you haha)We're looking to over-raise about $335k ($255k purchase and $80k for the rehab).But we (and our contractors) know the rehab portion will come in a bit lower.Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Are you looking for small rehabs or full guts?

While shopping for a small multi-family building (3 or 4 units), I would like to get an inspection of the building to get an estimate of repair costs if any problems are found (foundation, roof, electrical, plumbing, heating). 

The plan is to buy it, rehab it, refinance then pull out capital to the next deal one.