But I'd caution you with this practice as you will most likely not receive the holistic and competent advice you should be receiving, which can be critical to a new start-up's success. 

I'd recommend someone like Ethan Gao he can do the entire amount.

Won't kill the deal, but more out of pocket than I'd anticipated (and a little frustrated he hasn't mentioned this previously).

I'd just hit up your favorite search engine and see what ya get.....that usually will give you a pretty good clue.

I'm also trying to keep my eyes peeled for properties that require some rehab (kitchen/bath/flooring/etc).. not major projects.Details: -I have set aside $350k of expendable cash, and I'd like to leverage this.

My "guru" has shared some thoughts on that, but I'm interested in additional opinions.I'm not afraid of hard work, but I'd appreciate any thoughts on what I need to be prepared for if I head down this road, as well as opinions on the risks I'm signing up for.

Not a good combination I'd say-maybe even a lot worse.Don't stretch yourself too thin.

This is the one question I’d add to your otherwise strong list of interview questions.- Doubling the penny every year for 5 years is really tough and really risky if it’s not your full time job.

I'd read the HOA documents and see if they have a list of approved grasses (and is yours in that list). 

I'd hate for someone's investment work to be jeopardized just to avoid UBIT/UDFI.