An appraisal should have photos, the comps the appraiser used and an analysis showing the adjustments they used to arrive at the value.Also should obviously have the value as is and state anything that needs to be done before closing

., I've taken to the concept of getting contractor bids after getting a house under contract and adjusting the offer afterwards (thanks to the advice here!).

Then you can make adjustments to your reserves requirement.The allotment for R&M ($250) might be ok.  

Once I do that I can adjust my reserves requirement.  

You will just need to adjust the price of the older property downward in comparison to the newer homes due to its age and condition.

Even the new automation and internet of things houses that are controlled by apps, I don’t want to use my phone to adjust my thermostat.

Please keep this in mind:The first thing you need to do to become successful is adjust your mindset accordingly.

OrIf the property is acquired without tenants, can this parking spot extra charge be something that can be adjusted month to month (maybe only some months the tenant would like to use it, and maybe the demand increases with more tenants).

Other one was electrical work , where The loose breakers were checked and wiring was adjusted and validated if appliances are working.

It is fixed for the first five years but then adjustable for the next five with the balloon payment.