If I were looking to flip in Boise right now, I might be looking in the West End of downtown,the Bench Depot area, or even the North End if budget allows (caveat:  I wouldn't venture into the North End unless you truly know old homes and City of Boise code)   Because comps vary wildly in each of these areas though...it is critical you study the market street by street.  

As far as the rehab costs, it's going to vary by market.

Each (at least in CA) files with the Department of Insurance for approval on how they use any given data set in setting their rates and their methods can and do vary.

These services vary and will absolutely require due diligence, but that may be a viable option for you.

Also, I initially thought that this is not vary scalable beyond a certain point, but I think that is also incorrect.

. % of ARV - This varies from markets and properties.3. 

Costs, architecture review boards, plans, taxes, inspections could also vary depending on what you do.

@Jerome Mouttet , I'm not sure if this info below helps you, but I posted this in another conversation a couple of weeks ago:Originally posted by @Rick Bevilacqua: Here in Pennsylvania, you should start by looking at the Zoning and Subdivision/Land Development Ordinances which vary from Municipality to Muncipality.

So in my opinion, if it saves you even $1 in the long run, dump the PMI ASAP.Others opinions may vary....

The new deed is recorded.What is permitted varies by state so I'm glad you are already talking with professionals.