I wouldn't put so much work into convincing them their bid is too high, put that energy into finding a better management firm.   

Asking for a friend
There're all these forums about investing or networking. My friend would LOVE to get to the bottom of this before they spend their time on what yields a smaller harvest.
What's more valuable Skil...

Plus you can't beat the star gazing everyone does there.

@Eddie PietschmannConsider the agent finder as well: https://www.biggerpockets.com/agent/matchI found my all star agent through there who connected me with contractors, PMs, etc.

If not, you are wasting a ton of time and energy driving back and forth. 

I'm researching title companies (in NY if that matters) and they all have ratings of 2 and 3 stars.

how about locations near energy corridor and woodlands?

If you do, AND you are paying utilities, make sure those are energy-efficient appliances.

I am very aware that managing a property is a lot of work and has its ups and downs, but I am ready to learn and have the energy.

(biggerpockets.com)Energy efficiencies in the building: Environmentally Friendly Tax Credits for Your Property (biggerpockets.com)Federal and state grants: Real Estate Grants (biggerpockets.com)On top of the benefits noted above, here are some added tax benefits from a cost segregation study: Added Tax Benefits of Cost Segregation (biggerpockets.com)Have you utilized a cost segregation study for any of these added benefits?