If you make small changes like the rent rate or a new rule, you can add that in, as well.

well, it is actually in how the loan is structured.

Building a strong team is vital as well.

I've also been doing well with other investments and it sort of took a back seat. 

We will try to coordinate with handyman to come over the weekends, but the tenants seems will be out for weekends as well.

I have had a couple of opportunities to market similar properties time on the market, desirability etc and having a sharp property with decent ceiling fans helps.I think it depends some on the property and the target audience as I have investors with lower priced multi-units with no fans on purpose that work out very well. 

@Poem Turner I am also looking for an insurance agent that can help me with the flip I am going to be living in as well as auto.

Shop around to see where you can get the coverage you want at the price you want . . . we have done well with Steadily as they shop carriers and can get what you want for the specific situation you are in. 

Depending on the zip code you might also check with Wells Fargo to see if they offer the down payment assistance grants in that area.Could be the buyer is just trying to save cash, so counter back with no closing costs.   

Buy in great areas that are not total gut jobs (unless you or someone you know well has experience working in construction!)