And don't skimp or negotiate their fees...pay them well and they will want to continue to do business with you and help you find and sell deals.Listen to the BP podcasts.

If you're going to skimp and 1/2 arse the repair work,then why even bother?

I don't have a pressing need to know this, since I've decided to hold my one property in my own name for the time being, but I'm curious what other people think about this issue.

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It’s going to be work but it looks like you have a good head on your shoulders about it.All I can say is that don’t skimp on the phase 1 environmental survey.  

Do not skimp on screening. 

My advise is not to skimp on using your advisors.From your Accountant you will need advise on - how best to set up the business (new tax laws & state tax laws may influence what is best)- how to price your quotes (how to allocate your costs, both fixed and variable)- what are the costs of different scenarios such as employees vs subcontractors, material costs in different purchase options, etc.Attorney- As tough as it is to think about, you need to prepare for the time that the business needs to be dissolved.

When buying any commercial property of any meaningful size, you cannot skimp on due diligence when it comes to leases.  

Just like local Public Housing Authorities vary widely, so do CPS departments.A couple things I would make sure of:- Don't skimp on your due diligence.

Electrical is no place to skimp!

Do not skimp on any coverages in a policy so that you have more cash flow.