Say, I have a potential client that has asked me to value a 7 unit apartment building.

Anything that involves a load bearing wall will generally need an architect IME, but it can also be required (maybe indirectly) through the jurisdiction's building code/enforcement.Got it, thank you for lending your expertise!

Using my slow days to fill work for employees and build equity.  

However, they didn't insulate that building well so in winter residents consistently get heating bills over $200/mo. 

Once she receives a voucher, you’ll need to register as a Section 8 landlord and have the property inspected to meet HUD standards, which can take 30–60 days.If you want to move forward with rehab quickly, a cash-for-keys arrangement might be faster.

Cash deal, no inspection 10 day closing.

Have them start touring you around to inspect the work about !

Investment Info:Office Space commercial investment.Purchase price: $1,100,000Cash invested: $25,00014,000 SF Downtown multi-tenant office building

You are doing the right thing to build relationships first! 

3) How flexible is the contractor about meeting at the property for their inspection to generate a bid?