To get used to talking about it, I might just work with another new business owner and practice our pitches together.

The idea of offering a slightly higher price to entice the seller is reasonable, but make sure it still aligns with the property's actual market value.**2.

Just wanted to know if it is common practice among property management company in San Antonio to do this. 

I had NEVER participated in an auction and just submitted an offer $15k less than the original ask.

If you're the buyer often you're offering to do that which adds to your cost. 

The docs are obviously very important, but if they're willing to share any best practices for screen borrowers, it'll be even more beneficial.

I plan to reach out to those who have offered assistance. 

Most I have seen a way higher than that so check if that is indeed what they are offering.

There is no practical reason to talk to planning and zoning before reading and understanding this chapter in its entirety because you want to convey to the town official your plan and how it fits within the planning and zoning requirements. 

It's a good practice to reconcile your book balance with the amortization schedule balance periodically to make sure they're in sync.