Agents won't typically get out if bed for a 1% commission rate.

It is typical for them to hold this.

I typically will not go below 5% vacancy on SFH/4units; on 5+units I will try to account for at least 8% vacancy depending on the type of property.

@Michael Smith as @Wayne Brooks mentioned REOs are typically sold free and clear of liens.

Yes it’s typical.

Chemical is typically cheaper.  

The HOA fees will typically kill the cash flow but on the flip side of that you will have a quality product and with generally low maint..

If you know how to price properly,  complete and adhere to standard state PSAs, contingencies, disclosures and addenda, open escrow and prove you are financially qualified to buy, go for it!

I typically pay my private money lenders 10% with a guarantee of 6 month interest even if I flip the property in 3 months.

Typically the ARV is high from our wholesalers and the rehab is slightly low, which we expected.