I evaluate a little closer (along with the 2% and 70% rule) here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/09/02/real-estate-rules-examined/

With the Income Approach, the appraiser is going to evaluate the income and expenses of the property to develop the Net Operating Income, then they'll apply a market Cap Rate to the deal.

Do you know how to evaluate repair costs so you know what offer?

They aren't financially responsible if things don't get fixed etc.In my area many out of state landlords designate a local partner, handyman, etc as being their "agent" for purposes of this requirement.If there is a serious issue with the property, I guess there can be no excuse for the agent not to come to the property quickly to at least evaluate and start to address it unlike someone out of state.

I am currently evaluating a multi-family investment opportunity in Anaheim, CAIs there a local commercial broker or property manager who could tell me what the market cap rate is for C class multifamily buildings 10 to 20 units in that area?

Juliette feel free to reach out anytime and I can help you evaluate the various options!

Realtors really do add value when it comes to home evaluations.

Most land flippers know how to evaluate the option for seller financing, but are you asking because you like the strategy or because you don't have money to buy land? 

The assessment evaluates the home’s energy efficiency, and conducts analysis to asses the potential savings for a variety of improvements.Cost Effective Test for Newly Constructed HomesFor newly constructed homes, the improvements are cost effective when they exceed the standards set by the most recent International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) that has been adopted by HUD for new construction properties.

I'm trying to evaluate the city of Huntsville, Madison, Harvest, Owens Cross Roads, Meridianville, New Market, Hazel Green and Toney.For anyone that has experience investing in these areas, I'd appreciate your insight on the following:- What areas have the highest tenant demand and why?