For example, what's the remaining life of the plumbing, roofing, mechanical systems?

I do not work on duplexes, tri's and quads but larger 5 units and above.So it might help to mention what you are trying to do.There is a different set of brokers that work on the larger properties versus residential agents that pick up a duplex or tri-plex here or there that sell houses.

I bought a duplex for 13k and put 8k into it in heating system and remodel of attic to turn one of the apts to a 2 bedroom apt.

From RealPage 10-K page 14, they say "The principal competitive factors in our industry include total cost of ownership, level of integration with property management systems, ease of implementation, product functionality and scope, performance, security, scalability and reliability of service, brand and reputation, sales and marketing capabilities and financial resources of the provider.

Price is important but it makes a huge difference for cash flow if debt service is 4% versus 9%.The question for you is WILL YOU have enough time to deal with the problems of this property and get it cleaned up??

Turns out the code has changed and now I needed to update the whole system.

Also I recently finish creating a system that allow me to stay more organized and effective handle calls from sellers while still working my 9-5.

.- Get your system tight.

One of the things that some people do not like with the newer lights is the white light versus the yellow glow from the older bulbs.

When you are part of a team with an experienced pro that is a different experience for them versus dealing with you alone.I hope it helps.