Do agents just put them on the MLS with a guesstimate or is there a more in-depth analysis that I'm not aware of? 

Any how, this book will give you a more in depth view of financing options.

Schlage tends to be the go-to brand for these types of services; their cylinders have 9 key depths vs kwikset having 5.

@Jamaar Brown you definitely can scale up by going into partnership with LLC who has a proven track record by being a GP on the deals or a capital raiser, depending what you can bring to the table, check out “Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book” for more in depth content.

Most investors don't have the in-depth market knowledge necessary to avoid potential massive mistakes.

@Kim Gibson Any good inspector should be happy to spend a half hour walking around the property with the new owner and explaining in depth any issues.

It's not as in-depth as you'll need, but it's a good start. http://www.cityofpuyallup.org/DocumentCenter/View/...You're either going to have to start researching codes or pay for the advice, that choice is yours (I like researching issues for free myself). 

Alright bigger pockets BW p and l holdings closed on it's first duplex in akron small blip... 14% coc return annual return of approx 6k not getting to.in depth.

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such an in-depth response @Marcus Auerbach - I really appreciate it.These properties aren't in the best location in Milwaukee.

There is a considerable depth of data on all sorts of actions in housing and rent stabilization.