So, communication and assignment issues, as well as not being able to explain the maintenance issues and the required work.3) Proper documentation and quality of work issues.

At worst, fair chance of some quality mentors. 

Curious to hear others thoughts: Do you believe experience is the primary factor, or are there other qualities that matter more?

Perhaps try a better quality paint to start with and lessen this issue.

As others have stated, your fit & finish goals should be guided by whether you plan to:1) Rent: tenants don't always take care of a property, so you want to use lower-grade materials and workmanship.2) Flip: higher quality on workmanship and materials is usually required.Regardless, you always want to "Maintain to the Neighborhood".

If so, how do you trust you're getting a quality tenant that is safe?

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

My rule of thumb is the more details you include about the property the more quality leads that you obtain.

Most seller's in a sub-to don't understand the risk they are taking and most lenders have concerns over the overall portfolio quality ratings which has an impact on their cost of funds.

Based on the quality of this particular home, my rent estimate may be low.Note: you have to consider other factors.