We just paid about $30,000 total for fees for one new unit in Mount Vernon, WA.

One think I will say is since Philly cracked down on STRs there seems to be alot more folks converting to MTRs which could put downward pressure on rental number. 

The saturation levels put pressure on class A newer multifamily and cause flattening of rents, rent specials, vacancy increases etc.If you invest in class A I sure would not be investing in a syndicators buying a 4 to 5 cap and hoping rents year over year blend up by 3 to 4% annually.

This is because real estate markets include owner occupant buyers who compete with investors for the same properties, and can afford to pay more for less (puts pressure on the margins). 

Having a credible broker and investor in the area you are looking to purchase in.Someone not out for a quick buck but life long business relationships and friendships.Watch out for companies that talk fast and seem excited and pressure you to act or you will "lose the deal of the century".

I don’t care if you know you are rehabbing the unit (or if it looks visually appealing and you have an agent pressuring you to accept the unit “as is”) - get the home inspection.

Furnace, water system for pressure & softener, sump pump/s, dehumidifiers, dryer hook-up….

I called 911 and put pressure on the port opening, held his arm together as he threw up and passed out.

The comps used on the appraisal do not have decks and so I'm wondering if I should just only pressure wash it or clean it, instead of repairing it. 

You can also hire a 3rd party to do a site visit to your property periodically for accountability, though reviews keep positive pressure on your team.