An operator may need new capital, or investment, to renovate or re-purpose a building to make it more desirable and drive rents higher.

  $1400 square feet in a desired area with good school.

The only times I have seen it not affect it "as much" is when the lot itself is very desirable (huge lot, few neighbors, etc.)2) This house is on a corner lot with exposure to 13th ave, house would have a side yard and not a backyard.

Without the prepay, the rate will be adjusted and your desire to "run very lean" will be mitigated. 

Easy to clean, and you can always put in rugs in bedrooms if desired.

Ignoring facts because they don't meet your desired outcome?

Like liability insurance, adding it to lease agreement, requiring tenant to get coverage etc.Question 3: Is a house with pool desirable in Savannah?

You'll learn something about the process, and also about your investment.Reasons why you WOULD choose to utilize a broker's services:#1 In direct reflection of the above, if you don't have the time, wits, or desire to shop your deal to 10+ lenders (Of whom you don't even know will lend on a deal such as yours, ) then you may really need the services of a broker to get the best program available for you.

If they are highly desirable people want them whether they are in good or bad condition just to get into the neighborhood.  

When combined with a desirable product and a professional demeanor, it works - and my tenant problems are few.