Generally speaking there is a reason why Condo's are of larger size.

Not really worth paying their points if they are just doing what you are already doing. 

Sometimes if there are large structural components like columns running through a unit space, they could be excluded from the unit area itself like a donut hole in the middle, making the outside to outside measurement larger than what is in the condo plan.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. 

There are also some hidden gems in Downtown Chandler, Mesa, and Tempe/ASU area where you can find a great deal.

Does anybody here recommend any mentors/resources/tools/or has experience doing it themselves and would be open to connecting? 

Any contractor recommendations or lender suggestions for short-term financing?

Are you escrowing taxes and insurance or are you waiving tax and insurance escrow...... and on  and on and on.  

Quote from @Alston Ke: There are some posts many years ago about MSHB I'd like to know if anyone is buying any investment properties from them recently and your overall experience with Mid South Home Buyers.I’ve been investing with MSHB since 2017 and just bought another property recently.  

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.