It might have been bound but many insurance companies have put those new policies on hold if the purchase has not happened due to the disaster and letting the mortgagee(lender) know that the policy is on hold.

They worked between us and our insurance company.  

The government and HOA's favoritism toward big companies like Sonder.People will keep say the issue is saturation.

Where did you find this company and or was it referred to you.2. did you go with them because their fee's and interest rates were advertised as lower than other lenders.

I am foreseeing a bit of a push back or even turned-off potentially decent tenants by the $50/pp screening fee, mostly for a family of 4 ($200 out of pocket).I was wondering if offering a credit of either 50% or the full 100% of the screening costs from the first or second month's rent is a good idea.Thought?

On the REIT side - When these investments go underwater, often the sponsor company will freeze or drastically reduce redemptions.

I'd also recommend you have a good relationship with an investor-focused Realtor that can connect you with a solid Property Management company, etc. 

Instead of shelling out $60K for a $250K deal, maybe some of you can help me figure out (or give referrals) to title companies, etc, or give overall advice how to save me money from this enormous financial endeavor (closing the deal).Thanks!

Hiring a property management company with experience in the markets you're considering can be a game-changer.Have you identified which markets you want to invest in?

I have a local handyman that helped me hired junk removal company and pest control for the roaches.