Prioritize positive cash flow.When vetting a deal if you're looking for appreciation see where you can implement forced appreciation, where you, the investor have some control rather than being at the mercy of market appreciation.Forced appreciation could be done in the form of operational (changing out property management to enforce rent increases, getting rid of delinquent tenants, reducing property expenses, etc.) or interior/exterior value-add work (unit renovation, amenity/facility upgrades, paint, roof, etc.)

The fact that you have a contract with an inspection contingency literally means you have the owner's authorization.If the property was built in the 70's or prior, it's definitely worth it to get the scope. 

Plus you have to get in line on turnover day with all of their other properties, whereas if you hire an independent cleaner maybe they will prioritize you if you take good care of them.

Rent Style: I'm not sure on renting by room vs unit, long vs short, etc but I'm generally thinking that I will rent by room, prioritize medium- and long-term rentals (except for sometimes Airbnb'ing my own space if I'm not there), and fully furnish the space.

Make sure they prioritize the management side and have good contractors they work with.

They prioritize creating a sense of community and well-being, which aligns with their core values.

I would say if you wanted to make the most wealth then prioritize investing in yourself above all else (and don't expect it to be passive).

Commissioner Bell plans to accomplish these objectives by prioritizing the Bureau’s enforcement efforts.

"More experienced"- same as "c" above.Congrats for starting down the path.Recommend you put a Checklist together, then prioritize where the major issues will arise. 

With regard to cosmetics, I prioritize the public areas of the house and often use LVP in living rooms, dining rooms, etc.