Scott The Book on Flipping Houses, The Book on Estimating ReHab Costs http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookConsider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.

Most local lenders form their own estimate of value so don't need to order an outside appraisal, saving time and $4. 

In your opinion, should I get this mold inspection then make an offer or make the offer first with an educated estimate?

Arkansas has lots of trees - be very comfortable with your estimates to keep them in their safe areas.  

Hello BP,Currently close to putting a property under contract and just looking for recommendations for a home inspector during my due diligence period.Other recommendations I could use for the due diligence phase would be an insurance agent, and possibly even some contractors if follow up repair estimates are necesssary (plumbers, roofers, HVAC, and electricians particularly)Any info is appreciated as this is going to be my first property in the Miami area. 

As someone who has accumulated over 40 properties in the last fourteen months, I'm not sure we should all be congratulating Harrison just yet.  

The better your estimates, the happier you will be with the outcome.

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses, The Book on Estimating ReHab Costs http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookConsider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.

Let them know what you are intending to do and ask them to walk a property with you and provide a "rough" estimate on the spot (add around 10% for a cushion.)

Scott The Book on Flipping Houses, The Book on Estimating ReHab Costs http://www.biggerpockets.com/flippingbookConsider checking out HUD homes for small multi's owner occupied gets first crack.