Second, I look at listing photos and Google Earth Street View to assess the condition further.Third, I determine a rehab scope and run it by my agent.I have my agent, inspector, and contractor walk the property together.

ssent a connection request, let's talk more details offline to help determine "what is best" for your plans! 

In addition to doing regular inspections as soon as someone gives notice due and immediate inspection to determine if the unit is being kept up decent or if you need to plan on some repairs before it is turned.

He is currently renovating a defunct motel near the Clinic to add even more. 

Without understanding what you want to accomplish, it can be difficult to determine the best course of action.  

But once you see that $16,000 of the $20,000 are prepaid homeowners’ insurance and property taxes (that you'll be writing a check for shortly anyway), you determine that the actual one-time closing cost is only $4000.

So if I had to pick just 1 thing as "the" biggest thing in Commercial space to monitor for determining biggest impactors to market prices for MFH, without doubt it's COST OF CAPITAL. 

I imagine there may be steps to take with the city upfront to determine if in fact the ground on the lot can be built on, but some general guidance or tips on best place to start and what to expect throughout the new construction process in Buffalo.

When you invest in OH, I've heard some good schools, and some decent employers like Progressive, Cleveland Clinic etc. -- but, which one would you choose and why?

Having a consultant who has worked with the agencies before is a huge plus.Alongside the developer, creating a defined site plan is needed to determine the improvement & infrastructure cost.