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Any recommendations for free tools to do market research?

I would recommend getting a free cost/benefit analysis to see if you specifically could benefit from the study.Real Estate Professional Status

Does Hard Money typically cost 30-40% of the purchase price?? 

Mailchimp also I believe is free up to a specific number 

Great hosts will be good neighbors, will contribute to local tourism and will pay their taxes and permit fees* A major area to improve on the proposal is the 1 hour time-limit for resolving complaints.

Tailor these amounts to the significance of the task; for example:Roofer: $1,000/day (critical to weatherproof the site).Painter or garage door installer: $100–$200/day.Contract Value & Payment Terms:Agreed payment amount (lump sum or itemized costs).Breakdown of payment terms:Deposits.Progress draws.Retainage (if applicable).Scope of Work:Be as detailed as possible.

Here's an article with things to consider when selecting a cost segregation company.

The other potential problem is the term of the proposed renter not sure exactly we are going to deal with their lease when it comes time to sell.  

Cost segregation utilizes the MACRS approach.