That said, please be sure to follow forum rules and not solicit in the forums outside marketplace or spam via the message system, both of which are against the terms of service here.Based on your initial post, it sounds to me like you have more to offer than most so in my opinion, you have a better chance since you have the skill set AND some skin in the game!

Depending on how you plan to allocate your overhead (for instance- if hours are you main cost driver), you may want to integrate with some other apps on the platform.You may want to speak to an accountant that has worked with implementing these types of systems (apps + job/project costing + class tracking) as they could help point you in the right direction. 

-To be competitive in the resale market, both units need:  full kitchen and bath remodel; new flooring; new paint; new window fixtures; some / all new internal doors; popcorn ceiling scrape and paint; new light fixtures; likely new water heaters.My experience tells me that each unit can be fully remodeled for between $20k-$30k.Seller says that each can be fully renovated and be market-competitive with only $5k. 

I wouldn't want to get caught up in the legal system in China. 

Assuming already on city water/sewer, individually metered utilities. 

Ok and what if he is saying he will refund me February rent but is trying to also deduct "wall damage" and water bill from that rent?

Each county and city has their own point of sale requirements and many of the water/sewer districts have requirements for sewer lateral tests and clearances so you need to make sure who ever helps you is aware of ALL of the paperwork that needs to be in perfect order, not just the contract.

I have a pretty good system of letting interested applicants that I've had a quick phone screen with use a lockbox to take a peek at the home to make sure it fits their needs, and I then email them an application. 

American workers are financial slaves and our education system, political system, media, financial regulatory system, tax system and financial system pretty much ensures that this will not be changing.George Carlin on the “American Dream”https://youtu.be/kJ4SSvVbhLw

However, they live in a city where we are required to keep the water in the owner/property manager's name and bill separately.