EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I know most lenders in the bizz will not make this mistake but with all these mom and pops jumping into lending I can see some of them not knowing and just record it only to get a nasty surprise when they go to sell..

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by what you find. 

I know that I wouldn't.You will be surprised how often swimming pool changes its water then XD. 

I am just surprised it seems Hospitable is the only PMS that has dived into taking on this specific situation.

That’s okay, just accept the risk of a “surprise”. 

Not surprising.

Even if you are focussing on appreciation, having a property that cash flows will help when the expensive surprise problems happen.Can't stress enough to take your time, learn as much as you can, and be cautious with your first investments (but try not to get analysis paralysis).

You might be surprised with the amount of "trapped" equity you have in your current properties that you might be able to "unlock" to finance your next property. 

something that seems to surprise new investors is that transacting real estate is expensive.in Pittsburgh transfer taxes are 5%, usually split between buyer and seller.