Ask Librarian to aide in finding proper municipal codes that deal with each issue.

just call the property manger and pretend you want to rent a unit and ask or some show it online if you google the property

I think one of the reasons you see that is because the Pro area is not searchable by Google.

I'm leaning towards a cheaper “band aid” solution but the leak still needs to be repaired the right way to make sellable and have it covered in sellers disclosures.

Google search some local site in the areas you're searching too.

Sites like BiggerPockets, Google Reviews, and the Better Business Bureau can provide insights into the lender’s reputation.References: Ask the lender for references from previous clients.

I Don't need people leaving useless basic info a 10 second google search could answer.

A quick Google search shows that Class C in Dallas gives a 5.75% cap rate.

@Mark Albini Google some of the California projects I'm always seeing on the local news here, you'll see how elaborate they can be, The only ones I'm seeing get done with zoning changes are the ones that have some sort of Non-profit or charitable component.

I'd be happy to connect to see how we can aid each other's efforts.