I'll update on how things end up, there is another house a few blocks away that also looks solid so I may just cut my losses and move on if they won't move on price

I think you'll find that the 2 are quite different; the commercial world is very cut throat..As far as building rapport with brokers, it's the same as with anything else - be where they are, pass out lots of cards and shake lots of hands.

Once stabilized, your expenses would be closer to 40-42% including cap-ex. 30-35% won't cut it unless you plan to manage and do all the repairs yourself.If it's in one of those crazy rent-control cities, how are you going to get from $84k to $158k in rent?

This way he has to do very little except cut the check, sign the paperwork for the mortgage (issued from him to the LLC) and cash a check once a month.

You then meet Company B and cut he/she a check for 7.5k.

I am looking for a pro that can work along side me to 1) cut the project time/cost in half and 2) ensure the work is done correctly.  

I figured I'd cut some corners and just go through with turnkey deals until my RE portfolio grows and I make more connections.

I have learned many lessons from this property and plan on cutting the turnaround time to a month instead of 3 months (started the ball rolling around mid November). 

Late after the 5th, she get's a notice and so on.....You may want to consider cutting your losses with her before this thing snow balls into the spring/summer months.  

Track all expenses and income on the properties you own and review them regularly and try to cut expenses and increase income.