Half of the PM's down here can't read contracts, don't know how to inspect a property for damage, etc. - they just use whatever contractor is giving them the most free stuff at the time.  

If they require an inspection, keep in mind you will not be able to fix any issues as it is a federal crime to alter a HUD home in any waySo in summary, it can be a very difficult and costly process to activate utilities and in many cases not possible

The inspection and approval process of s8 basically causes s8 applications to be lowest priority processing.  

Didn't get an home inspection because the lender stated they'd take care of the inspections.

They provide fake checklists saying units are repaired according to agreed-upon inspection reports only to walk in to a home that is more damaged than it was during escrow.

Don’t do clean up until the insurers inspect.5.  

I also handle any inspections needed before the opening of a site.

Market might be competitive but there is angles to stand out depending on what you are comfortable and able to handle, such as waiving an appraisal contingency, limitng inspection rights and time frames, closing time frames, allowing seller to stay-post closing, taking on difficult tenants, buying properties that might need repairs, etc.

You will never know the right number until you have a chance to inspect and get contractor bids, which will typically happen after an offer is accepted. 

My insurance company sent guy to inspect once.