I like to look for board orders, excessive fines for weeds/grass, stop orders, and unsecured premises. 

To streamline design choices, create a design guide or "mood board" beforehand to stay consistent with finishes that match the neighborhood's expectations.For monitoring progress, a property manager can sometimes oversee construction, but it’s typically better to rely on the GC for updates.

Many of your main TV companies won't pay a claim on a property vacant for more than 30 days.8) Renters Insurance: how are you going to get S8 tenant, who qualified for the program via a string of bad financial decisions, to pay for it?

They told me they never trained for that, just reacted to save their own skin. 

Red tape with trying to get the HOA board to approve repairs.

@Damon AlbersSince those properties are used for investment they would qualify for a 1031 exchange.

Lastly, if the tenant does become delinquent and we have to file a claim with Rhino Insurance to collect their deposit, we're adding to the financial woes of that tenant and putting them into an even worse financial position when they wouldn't have qualified in the first place.Thoughts?

You might want to consider doing a house hack to help you qualify for more.

@Gash Nookala,Renting can indeed be slower in winter, but here are some tips to boost interest:Enhance Listing: Ensure your listing has detailed descriptions and high-quality photos—consider professional photography if needed.Competitive Pricing: Double-check local comps; even a slight price adjustment or incentives (like a reduced deposit) could attract more interest.Broaden Marketing: Beyond Zillow, Hemlane, and MLS, use social media, community boards, and local business connections to reach a wider audience.Flexible Lease Terms: Offering shorter or month-to-month leases might appeal to tenants during this slower season.Local Property Manager: A local pro can tap into their network and help fill the vacancy faster.These steps should help you find a tenant despite the seasonal slowdown.

Also, can you sue the previous broker and seller for failure to disclose or at least report it to the local board?