Make your cash-offers, remodel/value add (ideally), and then cash-out into a fixed rate.  

This company offers a list of top-performing cities, including several in Florida.

The tenant offered from the outset to pay for it, no issues.

The rate difference between FHA and Conventional is actually over 1% right now for Multi family propertiesCurrently the rate offered is 6.75% and 193/m in PMI (private mortgage insurance)That makes the payment with taxes and insurance roughly:$3453/monthTaxes were $3820, and insurance is $1800/yrCurrently this building can rent each 2 bed unit for up to $1800/m with tenants paying all utilities.All in cost to close is: $71,414.64If you rent both units for $1800/m you can expect gross cash flow of $147/mThis is the reality of buying a turn key duplex in the area using todays rates and prices.I want to stress, that this is actually considered a great property and deal in todays market for the areaYes, prices are high, and so area rates...My goal is to show what is actually going on.

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

My market is a few hours from the bay area and offers many advantages over CA. 

I am a fan of checking in occasionally to make sure the cleaner is on top of things and to do a walk through to check safety things like deck boards and steps, railings etc.

They may charge based on volume or weight.Local Waste Management: Check if your local waste management authority offers bulk item pickup or special services for construction debris.Let me know if you have any other questions.

Usually I'll give undermarket tenants 90 days notice and offer a month's rent in moving assistance if under rent people exit in the first two months (though Ohio does not require it). 

As a beginner in real estate, should I decline to sign the offer with my agent or lock in, order an inspection, and then negotiate?