Lets clarify what key things to look for in a deal.I'll start with some Stats for SJ:Average flip profit- 25,000-30,000Average rents- 850-1500 (depending on unit size)Average START point for listing prices- 50,000-70,000Average buy price- 40,000-60,000Average days on market for flipped property- 30-90 daysI look forward to hearing everyones responses,William Lees Jr

However, until you really pull all docs and examine, you won't be able to puts the pieces together.

I would really first like some tips on examining my market and the best practices for connecting with other real estate investors, lenders, and banks.

Also I would add that they both have given a lot of great advice on the forums, and their stats reflect it. 

The main costs to examine are the lender costs (usually line 801-805).  

Regardless, depending on the police departments sophistication, they will examine everything inch of the unit before release it back to you/tenant.

So it is a must for someone to pay the license fee once the examination is over and passed?

Airbnb provides good stats about our listings here: https://www.airbnb.com/stats/views but they don't tell how good or bad it is.

Even though my attorney helped me tweak some unfavorable language and clarify some sections, neither mentioned this clause which has saved me on two different deal.INSPECTION PERIOD: The Buyer shall have thirty (30) days from the date of execution of formal contract to perform inspections and examine the records of the Property.

The totality of the situation needs to be examined to see if the tradeoff on both sides is worth it.