Without clear-cut expectations, exit strategies, roles, etc., then it can get uncomfortable fast. 

Some will cut LTV if the property is going to be an Air BnB/ STR and some lenders don't mind.2.

The duplex itself is a disaster it is a 3/1 and 3/1.5 vandals got in when it was vacant and cut pipes and electrical basically would need to be gutted and probably over 100k in renovations.  

I'm worried that agents commissions are going to be cut drastically as people refuse to pay what they use to.

For your cash flow focused investors, I would assume Detroit, Cincinnati, Memphis, and Kansas City, as well as your market of Indianapolis.It is looking like we'll get 1 cut, maybe 2, from the Federal Reserve next month.

We know that a dual fuel system would be more optimal, but the cost of running a gas line and venting is likely higher than adding another circuit for the heat strip.Furthermore, we are looking for recommendations for an HVAC installer in Chicago.

@Nina PenuelaOne of the things we have seen, specifically in Ohio and Indiana is local building authorities target out of street owners with ridiculous fines and make life miserable.Had one where the porch light was out and charged a $50 fine.Another one claimed grass was not cut because it rained for 1+ week and did a $400 fine.

So how do you cut through the noise to find the base rate? 

This is an internal accounting requirement  You can cut a check to any member as a drawing or return of capital, to them individually, that's not an issue. 

You're cut out to be a local nosey neighbor.