You can get that re-surfaced but it will only last few years

I'm considering an alternative approach, which would be to fill these areas with sand/granite and install paver stones to create a more rigid/flat surface, which would still provide accessibility for future repairs.Might make sense to adopt both approaches, according to the specifics of each area.Much appreciated!

Lender-paid PMI (or LPMI) is a thing, and PMI doesn't have to paid monthly.So I would get a Loan Estimate from the lender, ask about points and origination charges, find out of PMI is being paid in lump sum, and that might be the key to why it seems like such a good deal on the surface.

It all gets easier from there....On the surface the deals seem a bit thin, but seeing all the numbers would be very helpful.

On the surface a $100/month cashflowing property might not be bad, but without knowing your assumptions, potential rehab required, etc. others can't really offer any insight.  

A dishwasher would be great, so would wood floors and solid surface countertops, but not for tenants. 

So we are no way experience at all.Here is the info:- 3 UNITS - 2BD/1BA - 1 UNIT - 1BD/1BA- GYM ON PROPERTY UNDER UNIT 1- SECURITY SYSTEM IN EACH UNIT WITH 3 OUTDOOR CAMERAS- POOL WITH LARGE PARTY DECK- STONE FIRE PIT- SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS- ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORS- STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCE PACKAGE-Potential Rent Calculated to be: $1,800, $2,700, and $2,800.As a noobie investor looking to get experience, I thought I would help my father move down and help run the property, find tenants, market, manage, etc. until I can systemize it and move back to Boston, MA (where we are currently located).

My biggest fear is coming in with a loaded shotgun, knowing barely the surface of what I need to know, so I appreciate any and all input. 

The purchase price of duplexes and quadplexes seem good on the surface but once I enter them in the calculator it’s non favorable.

On the surface, it can be a win for both.