I found a lease off of the internet (don’t do this), which was promptly signed by one tenant; the other tenant didn’t seem to exist.

Or has the threat of higher rates prompted some listings?

Wow, everyone: Thank you for the prompt and informative responses! 

Five, are there dues, major future assessments, or politics that may prompt you to exit stage left ?

Any advice appreciated, I'll try to be prompt if anyone requests info.

I have a construction background, we have 2 full time carpenters, my partner is a master electrician, so we always have a full electrical crew, and a couple of guys I work with at the fire department work part time doing general maintenance, painting, etc. building the infrastructure of the company and all of the equipment is the key to being able to deliver promptly, consistently, efficiently, and the ability to do so where your pricing is reasonable enough where you are referred often. 

HelloI have been using socalmls.com to search for homes in southern california and found it to be very helpful. the listings are updated often (when compared to other popular sites ive used redfin, zillow, etc) and it seems like the listings are removed once off market promptly.

If your company requires funding on an investor capacity, after review of your Business Plan we shall determine on the projects possible funding.This will be a private and confidential Investments..Endeavor to respond promptly if the investment proposal meets your company's proposal.

I realize that many different metrics are at play and no one number will prompt you to action but what are your minimum standards before pursuing the purchase of your next deal?

We are prompted to pull the trigger.