So as long as the property is in the continental US and not in one of those states I then look at the population and population growth.

There's no way it takes that long to shovel the sidewalk on a building of that size.Shop around and I'm sure you'll find someone that does it for much cheaper.

Those who just try to copy the price model and not the operational leg, yeah they don't last long. 

Long term interest rates should continue to increase.  

I purchase my personal investments to maximize their equity and hold long term.

No single, long vanity lights or mirrors!

I would like to build a duplex on it for long term rental income.

Probably 50% off of the "Setup Fee" so long as you buy their grossly overpriced furniture through them.

If you find you are unable to raise the money for an all-cash purchase, switching gears to Fannie will only work if you have a LONG time to close in your PSA or have many extension options (which usually require more hard earnest money.)

I do outsource my Taxes, but I meant having a Real Estate Tax Accountant or a CPA who I chat with to help create me a long term strategy.