Most lenders will want to verify that you plan on living in the property for at least a year on a primary residence loan.

Think about going to see there office  I'll pony up appraisal money directly to a legit AMC like Class Valuation, etc, but I wouldn't give my card to anyone I couldn't verify as legit.

Hi,Once I get work completed, who should I use to verify that the work was performed well other than myself?

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

There are key questions you'll need to ask about the group, the process, and of course verify their response with students.  

The dilemma i face now is that I can’t decide if it makes more sense to embrace the c class identity this property gives the impression of, or put a lot more into the renovation, get better quality tenants and convert it to the B class property that the building (and the area) should/could be.

If you haven't done any flips in the area, HML rates will be high for you to start with no verifiable track record locally.

Unfortunately, I did not verify the information provided by my agent regarding HOA restrictions and home insurance costs.

How does anyone lock up a property without a proof of funds or verified funding?

Think of it this way - you have two communities with 1 bed 1 bath 900 sf units.One has a HOA fee of $350 and another identical is $650 - which units will have higher valuations?