-In terms of mechanics, is it recommended to engage banks early in the process (pre-acquisition phase or during acquisition) to get agreement on an assessed value based on improvements I'm planning, or is it best to wait.. acquire the property, invoke all improvements, then have it assessed?

In either scenario, I am very transparent and keep everyone in the loop during every phase of the transaction so no one is left in the dark. 

The way they are phasing it to me is , if you have to buy a building with no fridge and buy a fridge it would cost you 40,000 , therefore it is worth 40,000.First, how would you approach the conversation with him to decide the real value of the used equipment?

Hello BP,Currently close to putting a property under contract and just looking for recommendations for a home inspector during my due diligence period.Other recommendations I could use for the due diligence phase would be an insurance agent, and possibly even some contractors if follow up repair estimates are necesssary (plumbers, roofers, HVAC, and electricians particularly)Any info is appreciated as this is going to be my first property in the Miami area. 

Building 23 of them in first phase.

So I didn't even get to phase where I call and verify her information with her precious landlords.

I'm sure commercial has its start-up phase as well.At first blush, your background makes this offer seem like a great fit for you.

Do not get me wrong, Gordon Square is a happening space, lots of activity, they are going to do phase 2 soon, it will be growing, the number you presented seems a little high.

Because I can't seem to find any information that pertains to my concerns.I'm in Broward County Florida.I've seen people respond telling others to have a title company search for the property records, but I can't see people being interested in say 20 properties and paying for a title search on each property early on in their research phase.   

Did you read any books that helped you get started or do you have any recommendations for someone in the education phase of investing?