However; if listing and showing your deals, you have to try to be objective, and not be offended by comments, etc. if someone finds a negative.

If they are they're probably not very objective.  

Hello BP!I’m seeking some outside perspectives on a deal I’m analyzing.I’m looking at this 4 family (all 1bd,1ba units) in a solid “B” area near me to house hack. The other 3 units are rented with long term tenants. ...

@John DelacruzNo offence to @Joshua Hollandsworth, but you can ignore his mortgage advice as it is not applicable in your situation.In Canada, you may qualify for a CMHC high-ratio mortgage as a first time homeowner which would enable you to make a downpayment of only 5%.To decide between a fixed-rate or closed {aka fixed-term) variable-rate mortgage on a personal residence, it comes down to what are your objectives and your ability to deal with financial change.  

If the contractor still has to provide a materials list, take all of the measurements, be responsible for making sure that the right materials and quantities are purchased then you should pay him and his crews for measuring, ordering and picking up.  

Kitchen and baths sells homes as that is where all the shiny object reside.

However, I am not sure what your objectives for the property are.As far as reserves go, I would keep enough to cover a major system replacement.  

Some people have moral objections to the strategy since some may argue that you are taking advantage of other tax payers at the end of the day.

I'm painting with broad strokes here as it depends on each persons goals and objectives. 

Learn the basic sales objections and you can get CPAs to assist you in referrals to Potential Private Lenders!