If put a heater by thermostat control, than it read that higher temp in that specific area and doesn't cycle system through unit, because of the alternative heating device at thermostat control. 

It is really difficult to deal with such a partnership because they often have a heightened sense of property value, think they are smarter than the broker, and create unnecessary obstacles to best price sales.I might think about looking into the economics around buying buildings with medical/dental practices once you gain some traction in the field.

We have a device we call a "utilities budget" which we use mostly with our student properties.

My friend was saying that he wanted to buy something less expensive so it's more 'affordable' per month but then said it may take some time to gain some traction on it (which I presume to mean cashflow). 

Let us know if you gain traction with it!

Again, it has been slow but I know that as I gain traction and grow my team, things will move faster.

And finally, perhaps the more difficult question:How do you assess the value of a property in a rapidly appreciating area - an area that has been building momentum for over a decade, but has finally gained traction.

Section 8 inspections will cover extra things like usability and more extensive safety concerns, like ensure that appliances have anti-tipping devices installed (you can basically connect a chain from the back of the appliance to the wall), ensuring that the appliances present in the unit function, that the W/D hooks up accessible and usable, that the yard isn't overgrown with weeds, etc. 

Sometimes foreclosure can be tactically used as an attention or training device.

There are lenders who are comfortable and familiar with the FL LT structure.The LT is a great protection device -- but so is insurance.