They have professional photos, all above 4.8 stars on Airbnb. 

I know there are a lot of professionals in the suburb that I am looking that need a place to meet clients but don't necessarily want to go to their downtown offices regularly.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Apply the 70% rule to determine your maximum allowable offer, then negotiate and get the property under contract, ensuring your agreement includes inspection and financing contingencies.Arrange professional inspections to uncover any unforeseen issues, using these findings to negotiate concessions or confirm your repair budget.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

And if they are a hobbyist/part-time builder, then they should engage the proper professionals, i.e. a title officer, civil engineer, architect, contractor et al to assist in reviewing the project's feasibility.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Take this time to make sure you have professional photos of the unit taken.

I understand that means paying the right professional for their services. 

When the success of the deal is based on paying someone elses note and generating income on the property.. there are going to be many many defaults by those who get into this with no real reserves and their tenant stops paying and trash's the house and the senior debt payments stop.. and or the rob Peter to pay Paul.. taking rent and not paying mortgage because its not in their name.