If a Landlord hires a contractor and certifies the home is free of lead paint, they still have to do it again every two years?

@Marc ShinI'd hire professional management...If it's going to be an STR, you really need it to be top notch, appear top notch, and be managed top notch"Minor updates" may not cut itBut I only have the limited information you posted

The primary reason a lot of people move on to bigger deals (80 units plus), is that it's possible to own larger properties in markets that make economic sense but may be far from where you live. 80 Units seems to be the target so you can hire your own full-time property manager and maintenance person, versus relying on local property managers to manage smaller multi-family properties on your behalf.

Because of my experience contracting I can tell you exactly what that deal would have cost had I hired out all the labor and the deal would have been very upside down.

I'm at my wit's end and really can't afford to hire an attorney.

I had a value by hiring a contractor to make the property different since it was very vanilla new construction.

This can reduce labor costs, but be mindful of the time commitment.Leverage Economies of Scale: If you're working on multiple flips or rehabs, bundling similar tasks or projects together can help reduce costs by hiring one contractor or vendor for multiple jobs.Prioritize High-Impact Repairs: Focus on renovations that add the most value, such as kitchen or bathroom upgrades, while avoiding over-improving areas that won't significantly increase the property's resale value.By combining these strategies, you can manage rising costs while maximizing your potential returns on fix-and-flip projects.Kind regards,

Don’t hire a coach.  

Personally I’d be mad at your inspector and hire thsi buyers inspector from now on.Ps.

I'm hiring a real estate attorney to review the agreement.