The laws vary from state to state on the bidding process..

It varies, but when retainage exists that will drive up the cash to continue to advance the project because borrower won't be receiving draw releases equal to their outlay. 

For rentals, they can work well if the HOA is investor friendly and cash flow numbers make sense.Financing can also vary, so it’s worth checking lender requirements for condos (warrantable v non warrantable) versus SFRs

Of course, this varies among different classes of properties.

Also, keep an eye on local zoning and landlord-tenant laws—they can vary quite a bit.

The actual penalty varies but it's often a step down or if a 5 year prepayment penalty term, it will be 5% of the original or unpaid mortgage balance if refinanced or sold in the first year, then 4% in the second year and then on down (the exact penalty varies which is why I mention both the original and unpaid mortgage balance.

looking to accurate my rehab costs calculator, specifically in the Pittsburgh area.Of course, It varies from one investor to another, depending on the quality, standard, size, condition, and team.I am looking to get a range or see how much you pay for each remodeling. 1) what's your range for remodeling a kitchen completely (granit, backsplash, tiles, etc)?

No degree is needed to comprehend the word "RISK". 

And while that number varies somewhat, the most common number of different issues that minimizes risk is 21.  

Pete Beach has varying STR rules in different areas, and each condo HOA sets it's own stipulation on 3, 7, 14, 30+ day minimums.