From the reports I receive, the real estate investment market is poised to be very interesting. 

My guess is that the "broker fee" is actually points for the rate.The underwriting fee seems typical.Alternatively to help with closing costs you could ask the broker to take a higher interest rate to receive more of a credit back. 

Imagine a platform like Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, etc. where the seller can market their property while receiving assistance in offer recognition/negotiation.

I sleep fine at night.

Tenant took photos and videos but nothing detailed - a single shot or two of a room from the entrance, so is saying fridge was fine, normal wear etc Next - If we are being nice and deducting ‘portions’ of the charges and tenant continues to grind away, or this goes to court, do the compromise and smaller amounts offered negate the full amounts that could have been charged

That's fine.

Do I receive video of my pre and post make ready?

Refinance after project, cashed out and continue to receive positive cash flow.

Email is fine

Also, if the sponsor is new, I am fine with less skin in the game as long as it is significant to their net worth.