Either pay them a flat fee for each estimate, or partner with them on deals and cut them in once you sell it.

These structures were all built in the 1950s and they, quite flatly, suck. 

In Chicago, most buildings are vertical “2-flat, 3-flat, or 4-flat”, but they are all in the same building.  

@Mykhail Bolden , I have a 3 flat that would be perfect for a 203K, walking distance to Blue line, highway, Mariano's, and within 15 min from Downtown!

I want them to always be flat.. so that when I sell I lose money.. given depreciation recapture and cap ex and sales costs.. nothing is forever.. 70% of folks will sell their rentals at some point and unless you have some nice appreciation you will have done a lot of work for very little money or a loss. 

The PM charges me 13% flat rate (so not lease fee no renewal fee no upcharge on services etc etc) which works out for us.  

I have yet to be flat out denied nor have I been required to address anything more than what is visible (usually attics and/or basements).

This will be your local flat fee eviction attorney and your go-to guy in case you need an eviction.Step 4 is setting up your rental criteria and a  process for screening and evaluating tenants.  99% of potential tenant problems will be prevented by proper screening.Step 5 is taking prompt action when managing your properties and you notice minor lease violations, late rent, etc. 

For example in 2003-2007 rents were flat and down in some areas as everyone was buying a home.

I am no expert but I would flat out refuse under those terms.