These plans typically cost a bit more to establish due to the legal work, but in most cases will save you considerably over the long term.

I went the S-Corp and LLC route, but being unable to acquire the portfolio I intended, I found that the NV setup and CA Foreign Filing just added to my efforts and cost, as I held only one property.Another note:  I attempted to setup a Property Mgmt company out of state  and Calif only to discover that the DRE usually requires a BROKER as an executive, and the kicker is - - "trusted agent to hold deposits". 

Putting up some pillars could be actually inexpensive to someone that knows what they are doing to being something that would cost a lot of money and effort.

So, I'd love to know a little more about breakdowns of upfront cost when buying, all holding cost, and selling cost, as well as appreciation rates, etc.I'm basically looking to put together a case study to present to another investor to purchase or not to purchase a condo in Manhattan.Thanks in advance!

Even if it will be self managed do should I still include management cost as part of the operating expenses? 

The Stainless cost a bit more but you never have to do it again.

Unfortunately the rehab was a real hassle and took 10 months and cost a lot.

It might cost a few extra dollars, but it is the only way to stop the usage.

Some programs may cost a few hundred or a few thousand dollars, but you could get more focused training than you will get in a brokerage. 

It was mentioned in the plan that budgeting and operational cost as well as acquisition cost will be in the millions of dollars which is realistic.