As others have mentioned, DSCR loans are generally for turnkey rentals (although outdated rentals may still qualify depending on the level of deferred maintenance). 

Now I previously mentioned i was willing to pay more than my competition.

So, they can markup what they paid out and keep the difference.Most PMC industry software has these two options built in.So, it's just a matter of understanding how your PMC is marking up maintenance and not expecting it to be for free.Regarding the specific charges you mentioned - there has to be some level of trust with your PMC. 

Local market knowledge is absolutely critical, and it helps to work with someone who really understands the landscape and its nuances.As others have mentioned, it’s a broad question that’s tough to answer succinctly, but I hope this provides some clarity!

This travel expense is not a business expense related to the property you already own until you have identified the next property you want to buy (once identified, costs are added to the basis mentioned above).

As everyone has mentioned being proactive before your property sells will be important. 

As mentioned, that is not in your control. 

Like some others mentioned, he is very much like Seth. 

Pull out a spreadsheet and go through the tools everyone mentions to run some comparables and take note of photos, amenities. 

But as Chris mentioned, buyer has to own the property, not a contract for deed or something like that.