I am only an expert in multifamily and those run about $10-$25k depending on size. + exterior if there is any.

Make sure to run the numbers carefully and focus on after repair value, purchase price, and rehab costs to ensure a solid profit margin.

The problem you're going to run into is the transaction size. 

This will be the largest bond sale in US history coming up which on top of the debt we are also running as well - if we have so much debt to sell I do not see rates going down, I think they may rise (or stay around where they are at). 

I am looking for a washer/drying (for clothes not dishes) that are designed to be installed in a kitchen under the cabinets.I know this is VERY unusual for Canada which is why I am having a hard time finding such a thing, but it is very common in Europe and Asia.I have a very small apartment with no washer/dryer and the cost to run the plumbing and electric is prohibitive so if I can fit one under the kitchen counters next to the sink it would make my life much easier.Anyone know of a model available in Canada?

By the way, if anyone says they "close outside of escrow", laugh at them and run away.

And if you’ve managed projects like this, what advice would you give to keep things running smoothly?

what do the numbers look like did you run a financial model?

I've had my GC run through the property and he did not discover any leaks, so I'm purely confused why I'm seeing this massive increase.

Run comps on them yourself.