Better off paying most people by the job though unless you are there to supervise because you can bet on them inflating their hours or dicking around.

Bet on 60 days to rent, if it happens quicker awesome.I wouldn't waive the application fee. $35 isn't a deal breaker and tenants know they are going to have to pay it. 

No idea of what DBPR says, but I'd bet there is more to that "equitable interest" as is common for all states:Reasonable down payment*Buyer having an intent and ability to perform as agreed, to hold an equitable interest under a contract the contract must be binding, not voidable.

I assume you'll self-managing when you move out so also a safe bet is to make sure it cash flows with management thinking about the future so when you grow or no longer want to manage you still have positive cash flow. 

Probably the best bet is to schedule an open house at the property.

Not that I wouldn't rent to youBut I would be willing to bet you would be a nuisance. 

I think your best bet is to use Bora-Care on it and the studs, make sure it is fully dry and then paint it and the studs with an oil based mold inhibiting paint for good measure.

When you walk up to the door you have to disclose, but I bet it sounds a whole lot like what most wholesalers do anyways."

We also figure for snow load too which I bet you don't have to worry about in the desert :).

I would bet (if I was a betting man) you spend too much money on things you shouldn't and don't pay yourself first (savings)?