Also, unless the seller has expertise in the trades there would be very little expectation for them to know anything.

Being an expert in one, is not the same as having expertise in another.

Isn't the economy there based on only one main sector, energy?

.)- Median Rents by Number of Bedrooms- Unemployment Rate- Employment Sectors Percentages- Number of Building Permits Issued- Foreclosure Rate- School Ratings- Crime StatisticsWhen you consider all the variables listed above you will be better able to judge a locations tenant quality.Also take into consideration the direction in which each of these market indicators are trending.

More money but there are some appraisers in the area that demand a lot of respect due to their experience and expertise. 

@Max MaclayRather than focusing on a specific area, consider hiring a CPA with expertise in flips, land development, real estate investing, etc. will add more value to you over the long term.

.)- Median Rents by Number of Bedrooms- Unemployment Rate- Employment Sectors Percentages- Number of Building Permits Issued- Foreclosure Rate- School Ratings- Crime StatisticsWhen you consider all the variables listed above you will be better able to judge a locations tenant quality.Also take into consideration the direction in which each of these market indicators are trending.

My specialty practice while appraising was in the student apartment sector.

Obviously if we have a furnace, septic, etc that needs overhauled, that isn't what I'm talking about here.What are your thoughts as an investor who relies on Property Management expertise?

I'm looking to connect with local investors in both the commercial and residential sectors.