The quality of home inspectors varies greatly based on:- ability to identify all relevant issues (no inspector will find 100% if you include minor issues)- correct interpretation of the issue (minimizing/maximizing of the issue)- ability to answer questions in a factual and practical way- quality of the report, easy to read, easy to understand (for the seller, who was not there!!)

They include water quality, septic, amount of heating fuel used and a very long list of other items.Bottom line is that you should get a buyer's agent on board.  

I just started listening to it on audio book today!

Check the police department's crime stats for neighborhoods you're interested in, and take a gander at the quality of nearby elementary, middle, and highschools.

we also saw an increase in vacancies and a significant drop in the quality of applicants on those same units during that time. 

Are there any suggestions on quality HOI companies?

Closed and added quality property to our portfolio Lessons learned?

Do you typically see that the overall cost (time and money) is more efficient working with a quality wholesaler, or do you find that your return on investment is better for running your own acquisition marketing initiative?

Views are important  but not the be all for quality rentals.

Looking for contractor that is reliable and does good work, that is comfortable with using 'big box store' quality materials and working quickly.