Walking the property before closing is definitely worth the cost to avoid bigger headaches later, especially with flipped homes where the quality of renovations can vary.

You touched on something else important Elliot which is that some of those 'losses' in heat affect/warm areas of a multi-unit in ways that could vary significantly from one building layout, climate, etc to another................................................................................................................................................................................This is a real estate investment forum so the main audience here are investors, not engineers.  

@Deal H.I want you to get in the game too, I just want you to do so from a place of financial strength. 

Setup costs vary: Tier 1 (online services like LegalZoom) costs $50–$300 plus state fees (~$99 in Ohio), Tier 2 (with an attorney) costs $500–$1,500 for tailored structuring, and Tier 3 (with a specialized attorney and CPA) starts at $2,500 for complex setups.LLC will not save any taxes and would still be reported in your personal taxes if LLC is SMLLC.

I have seen costs vary widely from contractor to contractor and you want to go in with all eyes wide open. 

I think that'll help you gain more insights into the market and start building your team for the long-term game. 

Banks definitely serve their purpose for traditional loans, but when speed and adaptability are key, private lenders can be a game-changer.

Do the laws vary from state to state, and if so, is anyone familiar with the laws concerning this in West Virginia? 

Obviously this range can vary, but "bad" to me is a sponsor bringing home $2.5M - $10M+ per year just in acquisition fees. 

It varies greatly on if your wire is underground or above.