Quote from @Chas Lumley: Quote from @Caleb Brown: Getting leases is typically done once under contract, I always have verbiage that leases will be reviewed by buyer within the inspection contingency.

I recommend requesting a review or a new appraisal that compares your property to similar multifamily properties in the area to ensure a more accurate valuation.

Does anyone use another method of goal setting or periodic review method?

As you narrow down your REI type, try to do the broad review approach to see if you have the resources to do that type or scale.  

It’s smart to review the HOA guidelines before buying so there aren’t any surprises.

Then as a newbie, you might want to undercut the cometition for a while so you can build some reviews.....

When talking to property managers, ask questions regarding any guarantees they offer owners and refer to any online reviews to get a better idea of how tenants and other owners feel about working with the company.

Probably too small of a sample set here on BP, ask your lawyer or CPA to review

Basically a 3-day offer, with a due diligence visit/review. 

Out of the areas in KY that is not one I would have thought would be on most out of state investors radars.I am still in the initial stages of my research, but Owensboro made into the list while choosing candidates based on cities with diverse economy with significant industries for an LTR.