I receive countless emails from lenders daily with their rate sheets and promotions for specific borrower or property types, geographical areas or loan types.

There are some exceptions as to when you can get away with a single stair (full explanation below) but you'll see it is not easy to do.I actually used to live in/rent a third story attic space with a single stair, and as a tenant I thought it was fine.

and what was their explanation? 

Now, map each basis type of property in specific geographical areas. 

Syndicator doesn’t have expertise or experience in the specific asset type, size or geographical area that reflects the subject property9.

Assuming I had the experience, I would only buy a place with structural issues if I had 1) an experienced and trusted structural engineer telling me a clear, and verifiable explanation of the cause(s) of the problem and a viable and affordable solution, 2) trusted and experienced tradespeople who would be implementing the solution (carpenter, mason, etc.) confirming with me that they could fix the issue (with 90% or higher confidence that the issue could be resolved within budget), and 3) confirmation from city inspectors that the issue (and an inability to fix the issue) would not result in condemnation/revocation of occupancy permits. ...and even then, I'd only proceed if I had the cash reserves to ride out a major series of unexpected problems (e.g.; time overruns, budget overruns, unexpected revocation of occupancy permits from the city, etc.) 

Given how good the terms are, I'm surprised to read that they will work with someone that had a bankruptcy or foreclosure more than 3 years ago with a sufficiently compelling letter of explanation along with supporting documentation. 

Engaging with tenants to understand their needs and preferences can help in tailoring services and amenities, thus enhancing their satisfaction and loyalty.Key Takeaways:Implement tenant engagement programs to build community and loyalty.Regularly review and update lease agreements to reflect current market conditions and tenant expectations.Diversification of Investment PortfolioDiversification across different types of CRE, geographical areas, and tenant industries can mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations.

Check those two lists against all of the lists and articles you have been reading to see where the closest crossover is.That is how you find a competitive advantage.If you build an out-of-state funnel with everyone you just met, you will not have a competitive advantage.Number 1 above gives you a personal, geographic advantage.

I  had a different issue on a property and they put a letter of explanation I wrote in the file, but again it was a different issue.