Another option is to inspect the major items like roof, mechanicals, plumbing, and electrical ahead of making your offer (assuming you are confident you can get it or willing to risk the costs of said inspection without a signed contract).

So I've already went ahead and tried to compare.

So first of all, congratulations on not needing the explanation that what you qualify for doesn't affect what the bank will loan on a particular property - you are ahead of the game already. 

This is another get it all signed ahead of time. 

I think that people can get ahead in a market like this by being consistent and relentless in searching for deals.

Hello, I tried clicking on the links in my email and on this post but I get redirected to the pro perks section.

Thanks for any responses ahead of time.

I ran into an issue with overlays for a Temple Property I assigned that altered certain pockets to be SF use even in an RM1 zone (click on me for the specific overlay). 

I'd love to hear from other more experienced investors who are years ahead of me on what is the first "type" of investment you would do if you could go back and redo this all over?

Because there was one other STR on the block ahead of me, these people knew that a STR means immaculate properties inside and out, and an owner that cares.Let these neighbors of yours know that because of you, this property will always be the nicest in the area.