On small local banks or C/Us may not be a major problem, but you deal with a large bank like a Chase (that is not a comment on their integrity just that they are big) finding the right person to approve is like going through a labyrinthine maze. 

I don't understand your comment "I will likely only keep this property for 5-10 years.

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That water heater poses no fire hazard at all despite a previous comment.

Once reviewed, the jurisdiction will send a response letter and redline comments on the design.

I saw that comment at the end but it does not seem to be auto enforced.

I have to admit I've been lurking on the website as a non member trying for a few weeks now and have learned so much from the blogs/comments/ and resources.

So I will narrow my comments to the location, the Investment Team, and buying turnkey.LocationWith an almost infinite number of places you could invest, I recommend narrowing your location search based on the following criteria.Population > 1M - Smaller cities may be too dependent on a single industry or employer.

Thanks for any comments or advice!

Any leads or comments on this issue are greatly appreciated.