It just means landlords and tenants play the game of making the bedroom look not like a bedroom during an inspection.

You need someone with boots on the ground to drive by the property regularly, inspect every 3-6 months, supervise maintenance, etc.

I love having a video/photo inspection prior to move in for my records.

Squeezing the architect costs to save a few thousand is pennies as compared to the hundreds of thousands coming by way of costs for construction (materials & labor), filing and inspection fees, etc.

We missed some simple things on inspections.

If you allow them, you must ensure they are spayed/neutered, that the tenants are responsible pet owners, and you should inspect every 3-4 months.

Here are some common hurdles that many investors face:Market Conditions:Project Management Risks:High Upfront Costs:Finding a Reliable Lender:Regulatory and Inspection Hurdles:Cash Flow Management:If you're in fix and flip game and need to secure funding.

When I get asked if I take vouchers or section 8 , I tell the person that the house hasnt passed a section 8 inspection .

The local government had my contractor create some basic drawings of the work, had me pay the permit fee and pay for an inspection. 

Also willing to check on progress of renovations or give you a second opinion on any home inspection or help you find the subcontractors you need to get things done.