@Jonathan Klemm I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companies What are your average days on market for vacant homes?

New appliances really give more appeal to prospective tenants and make a huge difference in the look of the kitchen. and as someone said earlier, it will only help the house to appraise higher if doing a refi.

Can someone address my concern with some data on # renters in US to available houses for rent and its future prospects.

There are good and bad pockets.https://nextcity.org/daily/entry/austins-housing-authority-flexes-new-muscles-in-expansionI wouldn't let that deter me from investing, but maybe there are areas with better potential.

That way I have proof that every question was asked the same way to every prospect. 

I deal with co-ops all the time and the process can be lengthy... therefore, I would wait until everything (sales contract, board application, loan commitment, etc)  is in line with your prospective co-op purchaser.

I have used prospect now in the past.

They just use it to deter timewasters that cost them money.

I have a few private parties expressing interest, showed it to 1 prospect already & he's applying for a mortgage.I'd prefer to NOT have to pay a seller's commission, but just in case, does anyone have experience with like redfin etc? 

Every insurance company is different and each one beats to their own drum.Most are deterred by open claims, some aren’t.I’d really be careful about filing claims often.