Little by little, small premiums start adding up to a loss.I have PMs today in various markets who do not charge this commission, and are happy to get more than one quote for me when they - themselves - see that the first pro quote they got may be unreasonable.

If it functioned as it should, and looked ok but used as often is the case in rentals, then no.I am of the opinion that if your new tenant is such a diva that she would complain about a slight physical imperfection you should probably brace yourself because the unreasonable requests are going to be coming hard and fast.

I feel like replacing the stove after 6 months is a little unreasonable.

I expect the ARV to be closer to $700k (which isnt unreasonable on my neighborhood) after the purchase price of $400k and $100k in the renovation. 

Am I unreasonable in asking for a 5K reduction?

This is an unreasonable complaint regarding businesses.

But I also think hoping to find something where that scenario does work is not anywhere near unreasonable either...

Or is that an unreasonable thing to expect out of an agent?

It really is the only way to be sure.OK, that's unreasonable unless you're renting from a little self-managing DIY guy like me, but you should NEVER worry about asking anybody renting a property to unequivocally prove that they own it/have the right to rent it out to you.Any landlords, property managers, or agents who would take offense to this request these days and are unwilling to make every effort/go the extra mile to establish their identities are very likely not legit.In the very small eventuality that you do find someone who is for real AND takes offense at a request to prove their identity, well, you're dealing with a moron.

Buying low is hugely important, but a seller is not being unreasonable capitalizing of potential value add.