Wherever you guys are now, you should be out looking to get viewing reps to help you later.

I've argued for this and the powers-that-be do have a good argument that they are still active just in other ways, how to cover labor and actions during that, etc..

Not the typical 2 hour hotel room seminar with high pressure sales reps asking for credit cards etc. 

Instead of jumping on the opportunity, the rep decided to wait two days so he could bundle the appointment with another one he had nearby.

I just had a great meeting with Justin (he’ll have my email) last week and would appreciate an opportunity to learn how systems to avoid situations like the above have been applied.

No one has x-ray vision to see inside walls or underground, so you should have 10-20% in contingency funds just in case. 

I like new construction since there isn't any deferred maintenance and the properties should be relatively maintenance free for the first couple years (although it's good to include maintenance/repairs in your pro forma and maintain reserves just in case). 

Quote from @Justin Landesman: @Arshiya Taami Do you happen to have any other real estate that has equity to borrow against?

@Justin Jefferson first, some cold realty - you're about as likely to play in the NFL as you are to retire via real estate in 4 years.Are they both possible?

I know this post is old, but just in case someone sees this and wants information, I will report back on how it goes.