Sounds like you picked a winner of a company to work with...If there isn't any paperwork allowing the PM to act on your behalf then the lease is not executed and therefore null and void.

Then there is location and views.I agree but when 100 other places are in great locations too, picking the best amenities that have the highest ROIs is important  let’s say you only had a limited budget and needed to pick the best amenities.

I have the finances for down payment, appliances, furniture....just need the loan.

Would love to connect and pick your brain.

This is where we’ve got to pick up the phone and start calling.  

Only appropriate potted plants and other outdoor furniture are permitted on patios, decks and balconies.

Be sure to add in start-up costs such as repairs and furniture. 

Point I am making:  My contractor is BETTER THAN ME at contracting and picking the right products for him to use.

Fantastic, you picked a great time to get involved, there are tons of opportunities out there. 

"(Pick-a-minority) tenants are the worst."