@Aubrey Adams-Thanks for the post / question -I would recommend developing a hypothetical plan  ( purchase price / loan amt needed ) and get pre approved ..this process is free and it will help get you organized and also to educate you  in many ways ..if you never end up buying - no worries and no costs have been wasted 

The click on / locking type seems like what most investors use, but repairs seem difficult without having to re-do a large area. 

It will be a short term Airbnb rental.Have had success with two other Airbnb properties that I currently arbitrage in the local Pittsburgh area.Purchased the home far below market value with a probate sale.

Quote from @Beau Guidry: I agree with all of the above and will add the exorbitant insurance costs are squeezing rental profits at the moment. 

Another property continually has squatters even with boards up and bars in front of the windows and doors.

TV developers continue to build new construction, and many folks bought in the market to rent out before retiring in the last 18 months. 

@Kay S.Assuming you are getting title insurance (which I recommend) the closing costs will be similar to a traditional closing.

Is Bigger Pockets no longer offering AIRDNA under tools as part of the pro membership?

For a partnership where you're providing all labor and the broker is funding the deal, a fair split typically ranges from 30-50% for you and 50-70% for the broker, depending on the value and complexity of your labor versus the financial risk they're taking.

Does anyone have or know where to find a reliable basic purchase agreement when the price has been established?