In terms of financials we would be looking to put down 20-30% as a deposit and would be looking to be roughly cash flow neutral after all monthly costs (incl. mortgage principal, interest, property taxes, maintenance, HOA’s and property management).Our questions for anyone that has some experience in the market are:1.

As Michael mentioned, get something nice and neutral. 

Well, Mom (rest her soul) thought it was "cool" I guess.After the first tenant (who suffered in quiet dignity coz the price was right), we got wise and painted everything a more neutral color.

Rental properties don't have to be fancy in all cases, clean, sharp, neutral, etc goes a long way.

I'm debating on selling it now (Property is cashflow neutral now, have only earned equity based on appreciation the past few years, rent is good but HOA fees, high property tax and high mortgage are a killer).

If you get extended, the cost of ALTA surveys is up to the surveyor.Have no clue what you mean by double closing, but title companies are neutral and manage the cash flows on a deal. 

Your best opportunity to get in and get close to a cash neutral or cash flow property there is to find something you can renovate and add a 1200 sq ft ADU to in the back.

However. as long as you have a line, neutral, and ground wire (3 prong fittings), installation is cheap.NEC Guidance: https://www.ecmweb.com/national-electrical-code/code-basics/article/20898894/nec-requirements-for-groundfault-circuit-interrupters-gfci

Especially one with expertise in contracts.Title attorneys only deal with resolving title issues and are neutral (i.e. can only do what all parties agree to).  

Looking to educate myself and a neutral third party's opinion.